What happened on Friday June 28, 1974?

Here's what happened on June 28, 1974:

• Mikhail Baryshnikov Defects from Soviet Union Renowned ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov dramatically defected from the Soviet Union while on tour with the Kirov Ballet in Toronto, Canada. His bold escape was motivated by artistic restrictions and the desire for creative freedom, marking a significant cultural and political moment during the Cold War era.
• Deadly Landslide Tragedy A catastrophic landslide resulted in the tragic death of approximately 200 people due to falling earth and rocks, highlighting the devastating potential of geological events and natural disasters.
• Wings Release 'Band on the Run' Paul McCartney's band Wings released their critically acclaimed album 'Band on the Run' in the United Kingdom, along with the single 'Zoo Gang', further establishing their post-Beatles musical legacy.

Events in 1974

June 28, 1974: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 28, 1974

Newspapers from Jun. 28, 1974

June 28, 1974 was a Friday and it was the 179th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 28, 1974 can also be written as 6/28/1974 in the US and as 28/6/1974 in UK and Europe.

June 28, 1974 in June 1974 calendar

Famous people born on June 28, 1974:

• Rob Dyrdek

  Renowned professional skateboarder who became a popular TV personality and successful entrepreneur in skateboarding and entertainment.

• Arnaud Lallement

Famous people born in 1974

Famous people born on June 28th

Famous people died on June 28, 1974:

• Vannevar Bush

  American engineer and academic (b. 1890).

• Giacomo Vender
• Francesco Rizzi

Famous people who died in 1974

Famous people who died on June 28th

June 28, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 28, 1974 was Sundown by Gordon Lightfoot, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.

1. Gordon Lightfoot - Sundown
2. Bo Donaldson & The Heywoods - Billy, Don't Be A Hero
3. The Stylistics - You Make Me Feel Brand New
4. William DeVaughn - Be Thankful For What You Got
5. Olivia Newton-John - If You Love Me (Let Me Know)

June 28, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 28, 1974 was The Streak by Ray Stevens, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.

1. Ray Stevens - The Streak
2. Showaddywaddy - Hey Rock And Roll
3. The Rubettes - Sugar Baby Love
4. Gary Glitter - Always Yours
5. R Dean Taylor - There's A Ghost In My House

June 28, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 28, 1974 was Finally Got Myself Together (I'm A Changed Man) by The Impressions, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.

1. The Impressions - Finally Got Myself Together (I'm A Changed Man)
2. Gladys Knight And The Pips - On And On
3. The Spinners - I'm Coming Home
4. George McCrae - Rock Your Baby
5. Eddie Kendricks - Son Of Sagittarius

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 28th is Cancer.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 28, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 28, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 28, 1974 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 28, 1974 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 June 28, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 03:17 pm and setting at 01:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 04, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jul 04, 1974.

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Someone born on June 28, 1974 is:

50 years 9 months old,

or 609 months and 26 days old,

or 2651 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18562 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 28, 1974?

There are 66 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 28th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 28, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 28, 1974.

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