Famous Birthdays
- Adam Michnik, Polish activist
- Bob Seagren, American pole vaulter/actor (Olympic gold 1968, "Soap"), born in Pomona California
- Drusilla Modjeska, Australian writer and editor
- Herb Orvis, American College Football Hall of Fame defensive tackle (University of Colorado; NFL: Detroit Lions, Baltimore Colts), born in Petoskey, Michigan (d. 2020)
- James Ray "Jim" Tucker, American rock guitarist (Turtles - "Happy Together"), born in Los Angeles, California
- Michael Hossack, American rock drummer (The Doobie Brothers, 1971-73 & 1987-2012), born in Paterson, New Jersey (d. 2012)
- Sir Cameron Mackintosh, British stage producer
- Vicki Hodge, actress (Confessions of a Sex Maniac), born in London, England
About October 17, 1946
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 6 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra
