Historical Events
- Khmer Republic (Cambodia) declares independence
Famous Birthdays
Annika Sörenstam (52 years old)
Swedish golfer (10 LPGA major titles; 8-time LPGA Tour Player of the Year), born in Stockholm, Sweden
- Kenny Anderson, American NBA guard (Charlotte Hornets, Portland Trailblazers), born in Queens, New York
- Park Sang-min, South Korean actor (General's Son), born in Changwon, South Korea
- Savannah [Shannon Michelle Wilsey], American pornographic film actress, born in Laguna Beach, California (d. 1994)
1970 Highlights
About October 9, 1970
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cracklin' Rosie - Neil Diamond
#1 Song: Band Of Gold - Freda Payne
