What Happened on June 21, 1921

Historical Events

  • The UK, the Dominions, and India, become the British Commonwealth of Nations

Famous Birthdays

  • Frank Scott, American pianist (Lawrence Welk Show), born in Fargo, North Dakota (d. 1995)
  • Jane Russell, American actress and leading sex symbol in 1940s-50s (The Outlaw), born in Bemidji, Minnesota (d. 2011)
  • Jean de Broglie, French politician, born in Paris (d. 1976)
  • Jean Kent [Joan Summerfield], British actress (Caravan, Bond Street), born in London, England (d. 2013)
  • Joan Tetzel, American actress (Hell Below Zero, Joy in the Morning), born in New York City (d. 1977)

Judy Holliday (1921-1965)

American comedienne and actress (Born Yesterday, Adam's Rib), born in New York City


About June 21, 1921

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer