Historical Events
"The Midnight Special"
"The Midnight Special" late night rock music show debuts on NBC-TV; performers include Ike and Tina Turner, Curtis Mayfield, Don Mclean, the Byrds, and George Carlin
- Richard Helms, ends term as 8th director of CIA; succeeded by James R Schlesinger (until July)
Hadlee's Test Debut
Test debut of champion New Zealand cricket all-rounder Sir Richard Hadlee; drawn 1st Test v Pakistan, Wellington
Famous Birthdays
- Sergio Gonzalez, American pop singer (Menudo, 1986-90 - "Cannonball"), born in Gainesville, Florida
Famous Deaths
- Hendrik Elias, Flemish historian and Mayor of Ghent (1941-44), dies at 70
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About February 2, 1973
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 2 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Crocodile Rock - Elton John
#1 Song: Blockbuster - Sweet
