Historical Events
- American Jacqueline Hansen runs women's world record marathon 2:38:19 in the Nike OTC Marathon, Eugene, Oregon
- Archbishop Oliver Plunkett became 1st Irish-born saint in 7 centuries
- NASA launches space vehicle S-195
Famous Birthdays
- Lex Lang, American actor (Power Rangers), born in Hollywood, California
Marion Jones (47 years old)
American track and field athlete and drug cheat (5 forfeited Olympic medals), born in Los Angeles, California
Born in 1975
About October 12, 1975
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bad Blood - Neil Sedaka
#1 Song: Hold Me Close - David Essex
