What Happened on July 21, 1975

Historical Events

Sports History

Billy Martin fired as Texas Rangers manager

Sports History

NY Met Félix Millán hits 4 singles; erased by Joe Torres 4 double plays

Event of Interest

Soyuz 19 returns to Earth


Famous Birthdays

  • Mike Sellers, American CFL and NFL player (Edmonton Eskimos), born in Frankfurt, West Germany
  • Ravindra Pushpakumara, Sri Lankan cricketer (Test pace bowler), born in Panadura, Sri Lanka

Famous Deaths

  • Billy West [Roy B Weissburg], Russian actor, Charlie Chaplin impersonator and silent film director (Further Perils of Laurel & Hardy), dies at 82
  • Fie Carelsen [Sophia de Jong], Dutch stage and screen actress (Malle gevallen), dies at 85
  • George Petty, American pin-up artist, dies at 81
Died in 1975 1975 Highlights

About July 21, 1975

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Hustle - Van McCoy And The Soul City Symphony
  • UK #1 Song: Give A Little Love - Bay City Rollers