Historical Events
Film Premier
Musical drama Film "King Creole" starring Elvis Presley based on a novel by Harold Robbins premieres

Elvis Presley

Harold Robbins
- US performs atmospheric nuclear test at Bikini Island
Famous Birthdays
- Thomas Bickerton, American Methodist bishop
Famous Deaths
- Joe Jeannette, American boxer (world coloured champion 1909), dies at 78
1958 Highlights
About July 2, 1958
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 8 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer