What Happened on November 7, 1972

Historical Events

Biden to Senate

Attorney Joe Biden is elected to the US Senate, representing the state of Delaware after defeating longtime incumbent J. Caleb Boggs by just over 3,000 votes; Biden would win re-election 6 times

Nixon Defeats McGovern

Incumbent President Richard Nixon is re-elected, defeating Democrat candidate George McGovern in a landslide by winning 49 states


Famous Birthdays

  • Christopher Daniel Barnes, American actor (As World Turns), born in Portland, Maine
  • Emily Lesueur, American synchronized swimmer (Olympic gold teams 1996), born in Glendale, California
  • Jeremy London, American actor (I'll Fly Away, Party of Five), born in San Diego, California
  • Jimmy Gary Jr., American NFL running back (Seattle Seahawks), born in Stuart, Florida
  • Marcus Stewart, English football player, born in Bristol, England
  • Mike Goldman, Australian media personality (Big Brother Australia), born in Brisbane, Australia

Famous Deaths

  • Tod Andrews, American actor (From Hell it Came, Outrage), dies of a heart attack at 55
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights

About November 7, 1972

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 5 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Can See Clearly Now - Johnny Nash
  • UK #1 Song: Clair - Gilbert O'sullivan