What Happened on November 4, 1963

Historical Events

Music Concert

John Lennon utters his famous quip at a Royal Variety Performance "For our last number, I'd like to ask your help. The people in the cheaper seats clap your hands? And for the rest of you, if you’ll just rattle your jewelry…" at the Prince of Wales Theatre in London

Famous Birthdays

  • David Williams, West Indian cricket wicket-keeper (11 Tests; 42 dismissals), born in Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
  • Marc Déry, Canadian singer and guitarist (Zébulon), born in Mascouche, Quebec
  • Michel Therrien, Canadian ice hockey coach (Philadelphia Flyers), born in Montreal, Quebec
  • Rosario Flores, Spanish singer (Muchas Flores) and actress, born in Madrid
  • Wang Shu, Chinese architect (Pritzker Prize - 2012, 1st from China to win), born in Ürümqi, Xinjiang

About November 4, 1963

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 5 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Sugar Shack - Jimmy Gilmer And The Fireballs
  • UK #1 Song: You'll Never Walk Alone - Gerry & The Pacemakers