What Happened on January 7, 1967

Historical Events

Theatrical Finale

Murray Schisgal's stage comedy "Luv", directed by Mike Nichols. and starring Alan Arkin and Eli Wallach, closes at the Helen Hayes Theater, NYC, after 901 performances, and 3 Tony Award wins

Famous Birthdays

  • Guy Hebert, American NHL goalie (Anaheim Mighty Ducks, Team USA 98), born in Troy, New York
  • Irrfan Khan, Indian film producer and actor (Paan Singh Tomar, Slumdog Millionaire, Life of Pi), born in Jaipur, India
  • Mark Lamarr, British comedian and broadcaster, born in Swindon, United Kingdom
  • Nick Clegg, English politician (Deputy UK PM 2010-2015) and media executive, born in Chalfont St Giles, England
  • Scott Galbraith, American NFL tight end (Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys), born in Sacramento, California

Famous Deaths

  • Carl Schuricht, German conductor and composer, dies at 86
  • David Goodis, American writer (b. 1917)
  • Sid Emery, cricket leg-spinner (NSW & Aus, 5 wkt in 1912 series), dies
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights

About January 7, 1967

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 3 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I'm A Believer - The Monkees
  • UK #1 Song: Green Green Grass Of Home - Tom Jones