Famous Deaths
- Clifford Odets, American playwright (1961 Award of Merit-Golden Boy), dies at 57
- Clyde Hurley, American session and big band jazz trumpeter (Glenn Miller - "Tuxedo Junction"; "In The Mood"), dies of heart failure at 46
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights
About August 14, 1963
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Fingertips - Pt 2 - Little Stevie Wonder
- #1 Song: Sweets For My Sweet - Searchers