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