Famous Birthdays
- Huang Xiaomin, Chinese swimmer
- Olaf Kolzig, German NHL goalie and coach (Germany, Washington Capitals), born in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Oliver Miller, NBA forward/center (Toronto Raptors)
Famous Deaths
- Maurice Stokes, American Basketball HOF power forward (NBA All-Star 1956, 57, 58; NBA Rookie of the Year 1956; Rochester/Cincinnati Royals), dies from a heart attack at 36
- Sam Sheppard, American accused murderer (b. 1923)
1970 Highlights
About April 6, 1970
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 1 month and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Let It Be - The Beatles
#1 Song: Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel
