Historical Events
- 51st Boston Marathon won by Yun Bok Soh of Korea in 2:25:39; world best time
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Warner, rocker (Foundations)
Iggy Pop (77 years old)
American singer and lyricist known as "The Godfather of Punk" (The Stooges - "I Wanna Be Your Dog"; solo - "Lust For Life"), born in Muskegon, Michigan
- John Weider, British rock guitarist, violinist, bassist (The Animals; Family; Stud), and new age musician, born in Shepherd's Bush, England
About April 21, 1947
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 77 years and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
