What Happened on April 30, 1973

Historical Events

Red Rose Speedway

Paul McCartney releases "Red Rose Speedway" album, includes the hit single "My Love"

Event of Interest

US President Nixon announces the resignation of H. R. Haldeman, Ehrlichman and others

  • Women's tennis groups end disputes over sanctioning tournaments
1973 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Keith Lemon [Leigh Francis], English comedian and television presenter (Celebrity Juice), born in Beeston, Leeds, England
Born in 1973

Famous Deaths

  • Josie Sedgwick, American actress (The Best Man, Queen of the Round-Up), dies of stroke at 75
  • Václav Renč, Czech poet, dramatist and translator, dies at 61

About April 30, 1973

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 4 months and 22 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