Historical Events
- Cigarette advertising banned on British TV
Famous Birthdays
J. K. Rowling (58 years old)
English writer and novelist (Harry Potter series), born in Yate, Gloucestershire
- Julian Richards, British film director (Queen Sacrifice), born in Newport, Wales
- Scott Brooks, American basketball guard, coach (NBA Coach of the Year 2010, OKC Thunder; Washington Wizards 2016-19), born in French Camp, California
Famous Deaths
- James Rennie, Canadian actor (Lash, Little Damozel), dies at 75
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights
About July 31, 1965
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction - The Rolling Stones
#1 Song: Help! - The Beatles
