Famous Birthdays
- Don Felder, American rock guitarist and songwriter (The Eagles, 1974-2001 - "Hotel California"), born in Gainesville, Florida
- Geoff Workman, British record producer and engineer (Toto; Queen; The Cars), born in Liverpool, England
- Marsha Norman, American Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright and lyricist ( 'night, Mother; The Secret Garden), born in Louisville, Kentucky
Stephen King (76 years old)
American sci-fi and horror author (Carrie; The Shining; Kujo; Misery), born in Portland, Maine
Famous Deaths
- Harry Carey [Henry DeWitt Carey II], American actor (Mr. Smith Goes to Washington; Red River), dies at 69
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights
About September 21, 1947
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo