What Happened on September 25, 1947

Historical Events

Cannes Film Festival

2nd Cannes Film Festival ends with six different awards presented including Best Musical for Vincente Minnelli's" Ziegfeld Follies" and Walt Disney's "Dumbo" Best Animation

Famous Birthdays

  • Cheryl Tiegs, American model (Sports Illustrated) and fashion designer, born in Breckenridge, Minnesota
  • John Fiddler, British rock vocalist and guitarist (British Lions), born in Darlaston, Wednesbury, England
  • Zekkariyas [Cecil Womack], American soul songwriter, singer, and record producer (Womack & Womack - "Teardrops"), born in Cleveland, Ohio (d. 2013)

About September 25, 1947

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra