What Happened on December 26, 1963

Historical Events

  • "Double Dublin" opens at Little Theater, NYC; runs for 4 performances
  • The Beatles release "I Want To Hold Your Hand" and "I Saw Her Standing There" in the US
  • US furnishes cereal to USSR

Famous Birthdays

Lars Ulrich (60 years old)

Danish heavy metal drummer (Metallica - ....And Justice for All), born in Gentoffe, Denmark

Famous Deaths

  • "Gorgeous George" Wagner, wrestler, dies
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights

About December 26, 1963

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Dominique - The Singing Nun (Soeur Sourire)
  • UK #1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles