What Happened on June 4, 1968

Historical Events

Sports History

Don Drysdale pitches his 6th straight shutout, en route to 58 innings

Famous Birthdays

  • Al B. Sure! [Albert Joseph Brown III], American R&B singer-songwriter (In Effect Mode - "Nite And Day"), born in Boston, Massachusetts
  • Scott Wolf, actor (Broken Arrow, Party of 5), born in Boston, Massachusetts

Famous Deaths

  • Dorothy Gish [de Guiche], actress (Home Sweet Home), dies at 70
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights

About June 4, 1968

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mrs. Robinson - Simon & Garfunkel
  • UK #1 Song: Young Girl - Union Gap Featuring Gary Puckett