What Happened on August 29, 1967

Historical Events

  • Final TV episode of "The Fugitive" starring David Janssen watched by 78 million people
  • Yanks longest day, Red Sox take 1st game 2-1 in 9, Yanks win 2nd game in 20, 4-3 a total of 8 hours & 19 minutes

Famous Birthdays

  • Anton Newcombe, American musician (The Brian Jonestown Massacre), born in Newport Beach, California
  • Neil Gorsuch, American lawyer and US Supreme Court Judge (2017-) nominated by Donald Trump, born in Denver, Colorado
  • Pierpaolo Piccioli, Italian fashion designer, Creative Director of Valentino 2008-24, born in Rome, Italy
  • Shaun Van Allen, Canadian NHL center (Anaheim Mighty Ducks), born in Calgary, Canada

About August 29, 1967

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Ode To Billie Joe - Bobbie Gentry
  • UK #1 Song: San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair) - Scott Mckenzie