Historical Events
Music History
Jerome Robbin's ballet choreographed to Leonard Bernstein's "Age of Anxiety" premieres at the New York City Center Theater
Famous Birthdays
- Billy Steinberg, American lyricist and songwriter, with Tom Kelly ("Like A Virgin"; "True Colors"; "I Touch Myself"), born in Palm Springs, California
Helen Clark (74 years old)
New Zealand Prime Minister (Labour: 1999-2008) and Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (2009-17), born in Hamilton, New Zealand
- Jonathan Cain, American rock guitarist & keyboardist (Journey; Babys), born in Chicago, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Harry Lauder, Scottish comedian and singer ("Roamin' in the Gloamin'"), dies at about 75
1950 Highlights
About February 26, 1950
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Pisces
