What Happened on April 30, 1972

Historical Events

Radio History

"Arthur Godfrey Time" ends a 27 year run on radio

Famous Birthdays

  • Kendricke Bullard, NFL wide receiver, 1996 (Jacksonville Jaguars), born in San Diego, California
Born in 1972

Famous Deaths

  • Gia Scala [Josephine Scoglio], British-American actress (Garment Jungle; I Aim at the Stars; Angry Hills), dies of acute ethanol and barbiturate intoxication at 38
1972 Highlights

About April 30, 1972

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack
  • UK #1 Song: Amazing Grace - The Pipes & Drums & Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards