What Happened on August 26, 1970

Historical Events

  • Minister of Home Affairs Robert Porter resigns from the Stormont government (North Ireland parliament)

Famous Birthdays

  • Brett Schultz, South African cricket pace bowler (South African Test), born in East London, South Africa

Melissa Mccarthy (53 years old)

American comedian and actress (Mike and Molly, Spy), born in Plainfield, Illinois

  • Olimpiada Ivanova, Russian race walker, born in Munsjuty, Soviet Union
Born in 1970
1970 Highlights

About August 26, 1970

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 7 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: War - Edwin Starr
  • UK #1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley