Famous Birthdays
- Anthony Clark, American actor and comedian (Boyd Pritchett-Boston Common), born in Lynchburg, Virginia
- Dale Hawerchuk, Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame center (#1 pick NHL Draft 1981; Calder Trophy 1982; Canada Cup 1987, 91; Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres), born in Toronto, Ontario (d. 2020)
- David Gavurin, English pop guitarist and composer (Sundays, Blind)
Graham Norton (59 years old)
Irish comedian and TV presenter, born in Dublin
- Jack Del Rio, American football player, NFL linebacker (Minnesota Vikings), born in Castro Valley, California
- Jane McDonald, British pop singer and television presenter (Loose Women; Cruising with JAne), born in Wakefield, England
- Nigel Preston, British drummer (The Cult), born in Birmingham (d. 1992)
Famous Deaths
- Endzion Barelli, dies 2 days after winning a boxing match at 18
- Jason Robards Sr, American actor (Acapulco, Isle of the Dead), dies from a heart attack at 70
1963 Highlights
About April 4, 1963
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 11 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: He's So Fine - The Chiffons
#1 Song: Summer Holiday - Cliff Richard & The Shadows