Historical Events
Academy Awards
43rd Academy Awards: "Patton", George C Scott & Glenda Jackson win
70, Girls, 70
John Kander and Fred Ebbs' musical "70, Girls, 70", starring Hans Conried and Mildred Natwick, opens at Broadhurst Theater, NYC; runs for 35 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Craig Whelihan, NFL quarterback (San Diego Chargers)
- Guivi Sissaouri, Canada freestyle wrestler (Olympic silver 1996), born in Tbilisi, Georgia
- Jason Sehorn, NFL cornerback/safety (NY Giants)
- Katy Hill, British television presenter
- Tim Tindale, NFL running back (Buffalo Bills)
Famous Deaths
- Dan Reeves, American NFL team owner (Cleveland, LA Rams), dies at 58
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About April 15, 1971
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 53 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Joy To The World - Three Dog Night
#1 Song: Hot Love - T Rex
