Historical Events
- KC Royals pitcher Steve Busby no-hits Detroit Tigers, 3-0
Famous Birthdays
- Andre Gower, American actor (Monster Squad), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Carlos Menditeguy, Argentine auto racer (11 x F1 GP) and horse trainer, polo player, dies from diabetes and Parkinson's disease at 57
- Jim Sims, English cricket spin bowler (4 Tests, 11 wickets; Middlesex), dies at 69
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About April 27, 1973
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree - Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando
- #1 Song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree - Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando