Historical Events
TV Show Appearance
Dave Clark Five sets record as they appear for 12th time on "The Ed Sullivan Show"
Famous Deaths
- Hermann Scherchen, German conductor (Winterthur Symphony Orchestra, 1922-50), and music theorist (Lehrbuch des Dirigierens -Treatise on Conducting), dies at 74
- Thomas Chalmers, American opera singer, actor, and filmmaker (Blind Alleys, Outrage), dies at 81
1966 Highlights
About June 12, 1966
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Paint It, Black - The Rolling Stones
- #1 Song: Strangers In The Night - Frank Sinatra