What Happened on February 13, 1972

Historical Events

Cabaret

Film adaptation of "Cabaret", directed by Bob Fosse, based on John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical of the same name, starring Liza Minnelli, Michael York, and Joel Grey is released

  • Sherman Edwards' historical musical "1776", starring William Daniels and Ken Howard, closes at Majestic Theater, NYC, after 1,217 performances and 3 Tony Award wins
  • XI Winter Olympic Games close at Sapporo, Japan

Famous Birthdays

  • Charlie Garner, NFL running back (Philadelphia Eagles), born in Falls Church, Virginia
  • Juha Ylonen, Finnish NHL forward (Olympic bronze 1998, Phoenix), born in Helsinki, Finland

About February 13, 1972

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 2 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Without You - Nilsson
  • UK #1 Song: Son of My Father - Chicory Tip