1964 (AD 1964) Historical Timeline & Archive

Notable Figures in 1964 (AD 1964) (14)

• Adam Yauch (Born: 1964-08-05) — Founding member of Beastie Boys; influential rapper, filmmaker, and Tibetan activist.
• Ann Powers (Born: 1964-02-04) — American writer and acclaimed popular music critic.
• Arvydas Sabonis (Born: 1964-12-19) — Legendary Lithuanian center, celebrated for his international prowess and enduring career.
• Boris Johnson (Born: 1964-06-19) — British politician and writer, served as UK Prime Minister from 2019 to 2022.
• Douglas MacArthur (Died: 1964-04-05) — Distinguished U.S. General who commanded forces in WWII, Korea, and Japan.
• Eazy-E (Born: 1964-09-07) — Pioneering 'Godfather of Gangsta Rap,' Eazy-E led N.W.A. and built Ruthless Records.
• Guru Dutt (Died: 1964-10-10) — Pioneering Indian filmmaker acclaimed for artistry, melancholic depth, and cinematic vision.
• Hiroki Totoki (Born: 1964-07-17) — Japanese business leader, currently President and CEO of Sony Group Corporation.
• Jeff Bezos (Born: 1964-01-12) — Founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, transforming e-commerce and cloud computing.
• Kamala Harris (Born: 1964-10-20) — American politician and attorney, serving as Vice President from 2021 to 2025.
• Keanu Reeves (Born: 1964-09-02) — Iconic Canadian actor known for action roles, philanthropy, and enduring cinematic presence.
• Rachel Carson (Died: 1964-04-14) — Pioneering marine biologist whose writings launched the modern global environmental movement.
• Ray Stevenson (Born: 1964-05-25) — Northern Irish actor known for roles in Rome, Marvel Universe, and historical epics.
• Stephen Colbert (Born: 1964-05-13) — Master satirist known for The Colbert Report and hosting The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.