What Happened on June 26, 1965

Historical Events

The Amen Corner

James Baldwin's 1954 stage drama "The Amen Corner" closes at Ethel Barrymore Theatre, NYC, after 84 performances

  • Wallon party forms in Belgium

Famous Deaths

  • Bertil Lindblad, Swedish astronomer (Milky Way system), dies at 69
  • Johan Conrad Kikkert, Dutch painter and critic who promoted modern art in the Netherlands through Modern Art Circle, dies at 82
  • Reginald Beckwith, actor/writer (39 Steps, Dr in Love), dies at 56
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights

About June 26, 1965

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 10 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mr. Tambourine Man - The Byrds
  • UK #1 Song: Crying In The Chapel - Elvis Presley