Historical Events
Music History
Drummer Danny Seiwell quits rock band Wings, which he co-founded with Paul McCartney
Event of Interest
Wang Hongwen takes office as Vice Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party under Mao Zedong
Famous Birthdays
- Amy Sherald, American painter (portrait of Michelle Obama), born in Columbus, Georgia
- Lisa Ling, American journalist (CNN), born in Sacramento, California
About August 30, 1973
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Brother Louie - Stories
- #1 Song: Young Love - Donny Osmond