What Happened on February 27, 1964

Historical Events

What Makes Sammy Run?

Erwin Drake's musical "What Makes Sammy Run?", starring Steve Lawrence, Robert Alda, and Sally Ann Howes, opens at 54th St Theater, NYC; runs for 540 performances

  • The government of Italy asks for help to keep the Leaning Tower of Pisa from toppling over.

Famous Birthdays

  • April Heinrichs, US women's soccer coach (Olympic-96), born in Littleton, Colorado
  • Ewen Vernal, British pop bassist (Deacon Blue), born in Glasgow, Scotland
Born in 1964

Famous Deaths

  • Orry-Kelly, Australian costume designer (b. 1897)
1964 Highlights

About February 27, 1964

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles
  • UK #1 Song: Anyone Who Had A Heart - Cilla Black