What Happened on October 26, 1967

Historical Events

Shah of Iran Crowned

Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi crowns himself after 26 years on the Peacock Throne

Famous Birthdays

  • Bobby Houston, American NFL linebacker (NY Jets), born in Washington, D.C.

Keith Urban (56 years old)

New Zealand-Australian Grammy, CMA, and ARIA Award-winning country music singer-songwriter ("Somebody Like You"; "The Fighter"), and television personality (American Idol; The Voice Australia), born in Whangarei, New Zealand

  • Shelly Stokes, American softball catcher (Olympic gold 1996), born in Sacramento, California

About October 26, 1967

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 6 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: To Sir With Love - Lulu
  • UK #1 Song: Massachusetts - Bee Gees