What Happened on May 10, 1976

Historical Events

Radio Premiere

Paul Harvey's daily syndicated program "The Rest of the Story" premieres on the ABC Radio Networks, continuing until his death in 2009

Famous Birthdays

  • Rob Malda, American internet writer and editor who co-founded Slashdot, born in Holland, Michigan
  • Stuart Braithwaite, Scottish guitarist and songwriter (Mogwai, born in South Lanarkshire, Scotland)
  • Udo Mechels, Belgian singer (Isn't It Time), born in Brussels, Belgium**-

Famous Weddings

  • "KISS" former lead guitarist Ace Frehley (25) weds Janette Trerotola

Famous Deaths

  • Elias Aslaksen, Leader of Smith's Friends (b. 1888)
  • George Curzon, dies at 77
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights

About May 10, 1976

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Boogie Fever - The Sylvers
  • UK #1 Song: Fernando - Abba