What Happened on July 22, 1965

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Edward Heath succeeds Alec Douglas-Home as leader of the British Conservative party

Famous Birthdays

  • Alondra Johnson, CFL linebacker (Calgary Stampeders)
  • Doug Riesenberg, NFL tackle (NY Giants)
  • Patrick Labyorteaux American actor (Heathers, Yes Man, Little House on Prairie), born in Los Angeles, California

Shawn Michaels (58 years old)

American pro wrestler (4 x WWF/WWE World Heavyweight Champion; 2 x Royal Rumble winner; 1st WWF Grand Slam Champion; 4th WWF Triple Crown Champion; 2 x WWE Hall of Fame), born in San Antonio, Texas


About July 22, 1965

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 9 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction - The Rolling Stones
  • UK #1 Song: Mr Tambourine Man - Byrds