What Happened on July 23, 1967

Historical Events

  • -27] 43 die in race riot in Detroit (2,000 injured, 442 fires)
  • 54th Tour de France won by Roger Pingeon of France
  • First successful liver transplant, on 19 month old Julie Rodriguez by Dr Starzl at the University of Colorado
  • Pirate Radio Swinging Scotland closes down for financial reasons

Famous Birthdays

  • Nicole Muns-Jagerman, Dutch tennis star, born in Amstelveen, Netherlands

Philip Seymour Hoffman (1967-2014)

American actor (Capote, Moneyball), born in Fairport, New York


About July 23, 1967

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Light My Fire - The Doors
  • UK #1 Song: All You Need Is Love - The Beatles