Historical Events
- BBC Ceefax begins 1st teletext service
Music Single
John Lennon's single "Whatever Gets You Thru the Night", featuring Elton John, released in US; it was Lennon's only solo No. 1 single during his lifetime
Music Premiere
Revival of Jules Styne and Stephen Sondheim's musical "Gypsy" opens at Winter Garden Theater, NYC; runs for 120 performances, Angela Lansbury wins Tony Award for her role as Mama Rose
1974 History
Famous Birthdays
- Doris Glenn Easterly, diver (Olympics 1996), born in Richmond, Virginia
- Harumi Inoue, Japanese actress and model
- Matt Hardy, American professional wrestler
Famous Deaths
- Cliff Arquette, American comedian (Charlie Weaver), dies at 68
- Gerhard Nebel, German writer, dies at 70
- Robbie Mcintosh, Scottish drummer (Average White Band), overdoses at 24
About September 23, 1974
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 6 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock Me Gently - Andy Kim
#1 Song: Kung Fu Fighting - Carl Douglas
