Famous Birthdays
- Alvaro Mesen, Costa Rican footballer, born in Alajuela, Costa Rica
Famous Deaths
- Charles Atlas [Angelo Siciliano], Italian-American bodybuilder, dies at 79
- Ernst Kreuder, German writer (The Attic Pretenders), dies at 69
- Melville Ruick, American actor (Sun Valley Serenade, City Hospital), dies at 74
1972 Highlights
About December 24, 1972
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 5 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Me And Mrs. Jones - Billy Paul
#1 Song: Long Haired Lover From Liverpool - Little Jimmy Osmond
