What Happened on December 6, 1964

Historical Events

  • "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer" 1st airs on TV
  • KTVR TV channel 13 in La Grande, OR (PBS) begins broadcasting

Antonio Segni Resigns

President Antonio Segni of Italy resigns

Famous Birthdays

  • Will Johnson, CFL defensive end (Saskatchewan Roughriders)

Famous Deaths

  • Consuelo Vanderbilt (b. 1877)
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About December 6, 1964

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mr. Lonely - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: I Feel Fine - The Beatles