Historical Events
- 1st broadcast of "Columbo" starring Peter Falk on NBC
Famous Birthdays
- Ben Wallers, English musician and songwriter (Country Teasers), born in St Albans, England
- Chad Bratzke, American NFL defensive end (NY Giants), born in Waukegan, Illinois
- Dario Antonio Úsuga, Colombian drug baron (Gulf Clan cartel) nicknamed Otoniel, born in Necoclí, Colombia
- Josh Charles, American actor (The Good Wife), born in Baltimore, Maryland
- Michael Malone, American basketball head coach (Denver Nuggets 2015-21; Sacramento Kings 2013-14; NBA All-Star Game 2019), born in Queens, New York
- Wayne Ferreira, South African tennis star (Munich 1995), born in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Will Shields, American NFL guard (KC Chiefs), born in Fort Riley, Kansas
1971 Highlights
About September 15, 1971
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 6 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Go Away Little Girl - Donny Osmond
- #1 Song: Hey Girl Don't Bother Me - Tams