What happened on Friday October 02, 1970?

Here's what happened on October 02, 1970:

• Wichita State University Football Team Plane Crash A tragic aviation disaster occurred when an aircraft carrying the Wichita State University football team, administrators, and supporters crashed in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, resulting in the devastating loss of 31 lives. The plane was en route to a game with Utah State University when it encountered a fatal accident.
• Death of Janis Joplin Rock and blues singer Janis Joplin tragically dies in her Los Angeles hotel room from a heroin overdose, marking the untimely end of a legendary musical icon who profoundly influenced the counterculture music scene of the late 1960s.
• Quebec October Crisis Begins The Front de libération du Québec (FLQ) escalates political tensions by kidnapping James Cross in Montreal and demanding the release of its imprisoned members. The Canadian government immediately refuses to meet these demands, marking the start of the Quebec October Crisis.
• Public Broadcasting Service Launches The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) begins broadcasting, succeeding National Educational Television and marking a significant milestone in American public media and educational programming.
• Bolivian Political Upheaval A political crisis erupts in Bolivia when Army Commander General Rogelio Miranda and a group of officers rebel, demanding the resignation of President Alfredo Ovando Candía. In response, the president fires Miranda, leading to significant governmental instability.
• Kelly Ripa Birth Kelly Ripa, future American actress and television host, is born. She would later become a prominent media personality known for her work on daytime television.
• Billy Martin Becomes Tigers Manager Billy Martin is named manager of the Detroit Tigers, beginning a notable chapter in his controversial and colorful baseball management career.

Events in 1970

October 02, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 02, 1970

Newspapers from Oct. 02, 1970

October 02, 1970 was a Friday and it was the 275th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 02, 1970 can also be written as 10/2/1970 in the US and as 2/10/1970 in UK and Europe.

October 02, 1970 in October 1970 calendar

Famous people born on October 02, 1970:

• Maribel Verdú

  Renowned Spanish actress known for her roles in critically acclaimed films like 'Y Tu Mamá También' and 'Pan's Labyrinth'.

• Kelly Ripa

  Popular American television host, actress, and media personality best known for co-hosting 'Live! with Kelly and Ryan'.

• Frédéric Kowal
• Joey Meng
• Stefan Feld

Famous people born in 1970

Famous people born on October 2nd

Famous people died on October 02, 1970:

• Marcello Canino
• Marion Fairfax
• Lauro Gazzolo
• Charles Méré

Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on October 2nd

October 02, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 02, 1970 was Ain't No Mountain High Enough by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.

1. Diana Ross - Ain't No Mountain High Enough
2. Creedence Clearwater Revival - Lookin' Out My Back Door
3. Dawn - Candida
4. Neil Diamond - Cracklin' Rosie
5. Bobby Sherman - Julie, Do Ya Love Me

October 02, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 02, 1970 was Tears Of A Clown by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.

1. Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Tears Of A Clown
2. Freda Payne - Band Of Gold
3. Elvis Presley - The Wonder Of You
4. Chairmen Of The Board - Give Me Just A Little More Time
5. Three Dog Night - Mama Told Me (Not To Come)

October 02, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 02, 1970 was Ain't No Mountain High Enough by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.

1. Diana Ross - Ain't No Mountain High Enough
2. Aretha Franklin with The Dixie Flyers - Don't Play That Song
3. Charles Wright - Express Yourself
4. Jackson 5 - I'll Be There
5. Four Tops - Still Water (Love)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 2nd is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 02, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 02, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 02, 1970 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 02, 1970 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on October 02, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 08:57 am and setting at 07:43 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 15, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Oct 14, 1970.

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Someone born on October 02, 1970 is:

54 years 7 months old,

or 655 months and 12 days old,

or 2849 weeks and 5 days old,

or 19948 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 02, 1970?

There are 141 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 2nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 02, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 02, 1970.

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