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What Happened on June 23, 1962

Historical Events

Music History

Jule Styne, Betty Comden and Adolph Green's musical "Subways Are For Sleeping" closes at St James Theater, NYC, after 205 performances

  • Suvanna Phuma forms government in Laos

Famous Birthdays

  • Chuck Billy, American thrash-metal vocalist (Testament), born in Alameda County, California
  • Kevin Yagher, American TV and film special effects technician, known for designing Freddy Krueger's makeup and the Chucky doll, born in Lawrence, Kansas
  • Paul LaGreca, actor (Big Trouble), born in The Bronx, New York

About June 23, 1962

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 62 years and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles
  • UK #1 Song: Come Outside - Mike Sarne with Wendy Richard