Historical Events
We've Only Just Begun
Barbra Streisand records "We've Only Just Begun"
- US Supreme Court upholds use of busing to achieve racial desegregation
Famous Birthdays
- Allan Houston, American basketball player (NY Knicks, Detroit Pistons), born in Louisville, Kentucky
- Chris Penn, NFL wide receiver (KC Chiefs, Chicago Bears), born in Lenapah, Oklahoma
- John Senden, Australian golfer (2 PGA Tour titles), born in Brisbane, Queensland
- Mikey Welsh, American bass player (Weezer, 1998-2001 - "Island In The Sun"), born in Syracuse, New York (d. 2011)
- Terry Smith, NFL wide receiver (Indianapolis Colts), born in Clemson, South Carolina
- Tina Cousins, English singer (Mysterious Times), born in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, England
- Yonel Jourdain, American NFL running back and kick returner (Buffalo Bills), born in Brooklyn, New York
Famous Deaths
- Cecil Parker, British actor (The Lady Vanishes, Indiscreet, Tale of 2 Cities), dies at 73
1971 Highlights
About April 20, 1971
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 11 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Joy To The World - Three Dog Night
- #1 Song: Hot Love - T Rex