What Happened on May 26, 1971

Famous Birthdays

  • Hwang Dong-hyuk, South Korean filmmaker (directed Squid Game), born in Seoul, South Korea
  • Matt Stone, American actor, animator and producer (South Park, The Book of Mormon), born in Houston, Texas
  • Steven Rice, Canadian NHL right wing (World Junior C'ship gold 1991, captain), born in Kitchener, Ontario

Famous Deaths

  • John Longden, British actor (Man From Interpol), dies at 70
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights

About May 26, 1971

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 10 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Brown Sugar - The Rolling Stones
  • UK #1 Song: Knock Three Times - Dawn