What Happened on September 6, 1947

Famous Birthdays

  • Bruce Rioch, Scottish footballer and coach, born in Aldershot, England

Jane Curtin (76 years old)

American actress (SNL: Kate & Allie; 3rd Rock From the Sun), born in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Sylvester James Jr. (1947-1988)

American singer-songwriter ("Do Ya Wanna Funk"), born in Watts, Los Angeles, California


Famous Deaths

  • Paul Guthnick, German astronomer, dies at 76
Died in 1947 1947 Highlights

About September 6, 1947

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

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