What Happened on October 28, 1966

Historical Events

  • Belgium's Gaston Roelants runs 12-4/5 miles in 1 hour

Famous Birthdays

  • Andy Richter, American actor, comedian and writer (Conan O'Brien's sidekick), born in Yorkville, Illinois
  • Aris Spiliotopoulos, Greek politician
  • Benoit Hogue, Canadian NHL center (Dallas Stars), born in Repentigny, Quebec
  • Juan Guzman, pitcher (Toronto Blue Jays), born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
  • Steve Atwater, American Pro Football HOF safety (Super Bowl 1998, 99 Denver Broncos; First-team All-Pro 1991, 92; 8× Pro Bowl), born in Chicago, Illinois
  • Tim Bogar, infielder (NY Mets), born in Indianapolis, Indiana

About October 28, 1966

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 5 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: 96 Tears - Question Mark and the Mysterians
  • UK #1 Song: Reach Out I'll Be There - Four Tops