What Happened on February 19, 1971

Historical Events

Parkinson

British TV chat show "Parkinson" debuts on BBC1 presented by Michael Parkinson

Another Day

Paul McCartney releases single "Another Day" in UK

The Yes Album

Progressive rock band Yes release their break-through third studio album "The Yes Album"


Famous Birthdays

  • Becky Dyroen-Lancer, American synchronized swimmer (Olympic gold 1996), born in San Jose, California
  • Gil Shaham, Israeli-American concert violinist, born in Urbana, Illinois
  • Glyn Milburn, American football running back/kick returner (First-team All-Pro 1999; Pro Bowl 1995, 99; Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears), born in Los Angeles, California
  • Jeff Kinney, American author (Diary of a Wimpy Kid), born in Fort Washington, Maryland
  • William Henderson, American football running back (Super Bowl XXXI; Pro Bowl & First Team All Pro 2004; Green Bay Packers), born in Richmond, Virginia

About February 19, 1971

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 2 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: One Bad Apple - The Osmonds
  • UK #1 Song: My Sweet Lord - George Harrison