What Happened on April 4, 1963

Famous Birthdays

  • Anthony Clark, American actor and comedian (Boyd Pritchett-Boston Common), born in Lynchburg, Virginia
  • Dale Hawerchuk, Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame center (#1 pick NHL Draft 1981; Calder Trophy 1982; Canada Cup 1987, 91; Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres), born in Toronto, Ontario (d. 2020)
  • David Gavurin, English pop guitarist and songwriter (The Sundays - "Here's Where the Story Ends"; "Summertime"), born in the UK
  • Jack Del Rio, American football player, NFL linebacker (Minnesota Vikings), born in Castro Valley, California
  • Jane McDonald, British pop singer and television presenter (Loose Women; Cruising with JAne), born in Wakefield, England
  • Nigel Preston, British drummer (The Cult), born in Birmingham (d. 1992)

Famous Deaths

  • Jason Robards Sr, American actor (Acapulco, Isle of the Dead), dies from a heart attack at 70
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights

About April 4, 1963

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 61 years and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: He's So Fine - The Chiffons
  • UK #1 Song: Summer Holiday - Cliff Richard & The Shadows