What Happened on September 21, 1974

Historical Events

  • Enzo Maiorca sets the world record for free diving of 90 metres
  • US Mariner 10 makes 2nd fly-by of Mercury

Famous Birthdays

  • Taral Hicks, American actress (A Bronx Tale) and R&B singer ("Silly"), born in The Bronx, New York
Born in 1974

Famous Deaths

Jacqueline Susann (1918-1974)

American author (Valley of the Dolls), dies of cancer at 56

  • Walter Brennan, American actor (Real McCoys, At Gun Point), dies at 80
1974 Highlights

About September 21, 1974

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 6 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe - Barry White
  • UK #1 Song: Kung Fu Fighting - Carl Douglas