What Happened on March 27, 1971

Historical Events

  • 33rd NCAA Men's Basketball Championship: UCLA beats Villanova, 68-62; UCLA's 5th consecutive title; Villanova later disqualified, ineligible player Howard Porter
  • David Heneker and John Taylor's musical "Charlie Girl" close at the Adelphi Theatre, London, after 2,202 performances
  • The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland (APNI) holds its first Annual Conference in the Ulster Hall in Belfast
  • Wales clinches its 17th Five Nations Rugby Championship, 6th Grand Slam and 12th Triple Crown with a 9-5 win over France at Stade Colombes, Paris

Famous Birthdays

Nathan Fillion (53 years old)

Canadian actor (Castle), born in Edmonton, Alberta

About March 27, 1971

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 53 years and 1 month
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Me And Bobby McGee - Janis Joplin
  • UK #1 Song: Hot Love - T Rex