What Happened on April 25, 1976

Historical Events

  • Cub centerfielder Rick Monday rescues US flag from 2 fans trying to set it on fire
  • Elections in Vietnam for a National Assembly to reunite the country
  • India all out for 97 v West Indies
  • Portugal adopts new constitution

Famous Birthdays

  • Gilberto [Gilberto da Silva Melo], Brazilian soccer midfielder (36 caps; Hertha BSC; Flamengo), born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Rainer Schüttler, German tennis player (Olympic silver 2004), born in Korbach, West Germany

Tim Duncan (48 years old)

American NBA forward (San Antonio Spurs), born in Christiansted, U.S. Virgin Islands


Famous Deaths

  • Alexander Brailowsky, Russian-French pianist (Chopin specialist), dies at 80
  • Carol Reed, English film director (Agony & Ecstasy, Oliver!), dies at 69
  • Margaret Bannerman, actress (Great Defender), dies at 79
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights

About April 25, 1976

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 48 years and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus

Holidays: Anzac Day (Australia, New Zealand)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Let Your Love Flow - Bellamy Brothers
  • UK #1 Song: Save Your Kisses For Me - Brotherhood Of Man