Historical Events
- US Open Men's Golf, Congressional CC: Ken Venturi wins his only major title, 4 strokes ahead of runner-up Tommy Jacobs
Famous Birthdays
- Andy Coen, American college football coach (Lehigh University Mountain Hawks 2006-18; record 85-64), born in Cherry Hill, New Jersey (d. 2022)
- Carlos Lee, Panamanian baseball player
- Michael Landon Jr., American actor and director (Little House on the Prairie; Bonanza (TV movies)), born in Encino, California
- Najee Mustafaa, NFL cornerback (Oakland Raiders)
- Paul Goydos, American golfer (4th 59 in PGA history 2010), born in Long Beach, California
- Pierfrancesco Chili, Italian motorcycle racer
Famous Deaths
- Edgar Barrier, American actor (Phantom of the Opera, Macbeth, Rocky, Cornered), dies from a heart attack at 57
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About June 20, 1964
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 10 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Chapel Of Love - The Dixie Cups
#1 Song: It's Over - Roy Orbison
