What Happened on February 14, 1963

Historical Events

"8½" film directed by Federico Fellini, starring Marcello Mastroianni and Claudia Cardinale, is released (Academy Awards Best Foreign Language Film 1964)

  • US launches communications satellite Syncom 1

Famous Birthdays

  • D'Wayne Wiggins, American musician (Tony! Toni! Tone!), born in Oakland, California
  • Enrico Colantoni, Canadian actor, born in Toronto, Ontario
  • Zach Galligan, American actor (Gremlins), born in New York City

About February 14, 1963

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 2 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Hey Paula - Paul and Paula
  • UK #1 Song: Diamonds - Jet Harris & Tony Meehan