What Happened on March 4, 1965

Historical Events

David Attenborough Heads BBC2

David Attenborough becomes the new controller of BBC2

Famous Birthdays

  • Andrew Collins, English journalist, scriptwriter and broadcaster
  • Jonathan Shearer, Scottish winner of reality series Castaway
  • Khaled Hosseini, Afghan author (The Kite Runner) and physician, born in Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Paul W. S. Anderson, English filmmaker (Resident Evil), born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
  • Stacy Edwards, American actress (Santa Barbara), born in Glasgow, Montana
  • WestBam [Maximillian Lenz], German rave techno DJ, and record label owner, born in Münster, West Germany

About March 4, 1965

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 1 month and 21 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: My Girl - The Temptations
  • UK #1 Song: I'll Never Find Another You - Seekers