What Happened on October 30, 1966

Historical Events

Sports History

16th NASCAR Sprint Cup: David Pearson wins

Famous Birthdays

  • Quin Snyder, American basketball coach (NBA All-Star Game head coach 2021; Utah Jazz; University of Missouri), born in Mercer Island, Washington
Born in 1966

Famous Deaths

  • Yórgos Theotokás, Greek novelist (Leonís), dies at 60
1966 Highlights

About October 30, 1966

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 7 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Last Train To Clarksville - The Monkees
  • UK #1 Song: Reach Out I'll Be There - Four Tops