Historical Events
- Pan Am begins non-stop flights NYC-Tokyo
Famous Birthdays
- José Pasillas, American drummer (Incubus - "Meglomaniac"; "Drive"), born in Calabasas, California
- Sarah Tueting, American ice hockey goalie (USA, Olympics 1998), born in New York City
Famous Deaths
- Allan Jackson, American newscaster (Youth Takes a Stand), dies at 60
- Neil McCallum, British-Canadian actor (Pete-Saber of London), dies at 45
- Sid James [Solomon Joel Cohen], South African-born British character & comedy actor (Hancock's Half Hour, Carry On), dies from a heart attack at 62
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About April 26, 1976
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Let Your Love Flow - Bellamy Brothers
#1 Song: Save Your Kisses For Me - Brotherhood Of Man
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