What Happened on April 28, 1950

Famous Birthdays

Jay Leno (73 years old)

American comedian and TV talk show host (Tonight Show), born in New Rochelle, New York

  • Robert Greenidge, Trinidadian steelpan drum player (Jimmy Buffett; John Lennon; Grover Washington, Jr.), born in Success Village, Trinidad
  • Willie Colón, American salsa music pioneer producer (Fania Records), singer, trombonist, actor (The Last Fight), and social activist, born in The Bronx, New York

Famous Weddings

Bhumibol Adulyadej

King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand marries Mon Rajawongse Sirikit at Sra Pathum Palace after a quiet engagement in Lausanne, Switzerland July 19, 1949.

Died in 1950 1950 Highlights

About April 28, 1950

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus