What Happened on September 4, 1974

Famous Birthdays

  • Carmit Bachar, American musician (Pussycat Dolls), born in Los Angeles, California
  • Nona Gaye, American singer and daughter of Marvin Gaye, born in Washington, D.C.

Famous Deaths

  • Creighton W. Abrams, US general and army staff chief (Vietnam), dies at 59
  • Lewi Pethrus, Swedish Pentecostal minister and politician, dies at 90
  • Marcel Achard, French playwright (La forges the Paris), dies at 75
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights

About September 4, 1974

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: (You're) Having My Baby - Paul Anka with Odia Coates
  • UK #1 Song: Love Me For A Reason - Osmonds