What Happened on April 26, 1973

Historical Events

  • "2 Gentlemen of Verona" musical opens in London
  • US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site

Famous Birthdays

  • Chris Perry, English footballer (Tottenham Hotspur), born in Carshalton, England
Born in 1973

Famous Deaths

  • Irene Ryan [Noblitt], American actress (Beverly Hillbillies - "Granny"; Pippin), dies of an inoperable brain tumor at 70

About April 26, 1973

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 1 month and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree - Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando
  • UK #1 Song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree - Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando