Historical Events
Academy Awards
36th Academy Awards: "Tom Jones" (Best Film), Patricia Neal (Hud) and Sidney Poitier (Lilies Of The Field) win; Poitier first Black actor in a leading role to win a competitive Oscar
- Ian Smith becomes Prime Minister of Rhodesia
- New Zealander Colin Bosher shears a record 565 sheep in 1 work day
Famous Birthdays
- Bill D'Angelo, American heavy metal guitarist (Femme Fatale), born in Albuquerque, New Mexico (d. 2005)
- Caroline Rhea, Canadian comedian and actress, born in Westmount, Quebec
Davis Love III
Davis Love III, American golfer (PGA C'ship 1997; 21 PGA Tour titles), born in Charlotte, North Carolina
- Doug Strange, American baseball infielder (Seattle Mariners), born in Greenville, South Carolina
- José Rijo, Dominican baseball pitcher (NY Yankees, Cincinnati Reds), born in San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
- Page Hannah, American actress (Fame - "Kate Riley"), born in Chicago, Illinois
1964 Highlights
About April 13, 1964
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
