1963 Kentucky gubernatorial election
The 1963 Kentucky gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1963. Democratic nominee Ned Breathitt defeated Republican nominee Louie Nunn with 50.74% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 28, 1963.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Ned Breathitt, former State Representative
- Happy Chandler, former Governor
- Mary Louise Foust, former Kentucky State Auditor
- Wilton Benge Cupp
Republican primary
Candidates
- Louie Nunn, former Barren County judge
- Jesse N. R. Cecil
General election
Candidates
- Ned Breathitt, Democratic
- Louie Nunn, Republican