What Happened on July 28, 1964

Historical Events

  • England all out 611 in reply to Australia's 8-656 Match a draw
  • Ranger 7 launched toward the Moon; sends back 4308 TV pictures

Famous Birthdays

  • Dave Alexander, American NFL center (NY Jets), born in Silver Spring, Maryland
  • Lori Loughlin, American actress (Full House, Summerland), born in Queens, New York

Famous Divorces

Ernest Borgnine & Ethel Merman

Broadway musical actress-singer Ethel Merman (56) divorces Academy Award-winning actor Ernest Borgnine (47) after 32 days of marriage

Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About July 28, 1964

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 9 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: A Hard Day's Night - The Beatles