Famous Birthdays
- Araucaria [John Galbraith Graham], British crossword compiler (The Guardian) and priest, born in Oxford, England (d. 2013)
- Esther Bubley, American photographer, born in Phillips, Wisconsin (d. 1998)
Hua Guofeng (1921-2008)
Chairman of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (1976-81) and Premier of the People's Republic of China (1976-80), born in Jiaocheng County, Shanxi
- Jean Behra, French Formula One driver, born in Nice, France (d. 1959)
Vera-Ellen (1921-1981)
American actress and dancer (White Christmas; Big Leaguer; On the Town), born in Norwood, Ohio
Born in 1921
1921 Highlights
About February 16, 1921
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius