Famous Birthdays
- Elayne Boosler, American comedienne (Broadway Baby, Party of One), born in Brooklyn, New York
Patrick Swayze (1952-2009)
American actor and dancer (Dirty Dancing; Ghost), and singer-songwriter (She's Like The Wind), born in Houston, Texas
- Ricky Villa, Argentine former footballer, born in Roque Pérez, Argentina
Famous Deaths
- Alberto Hurtado Cruchaga, Chilean Jesuit saint (b. 1901)
- Ralph Byrd, American actor (Dick Tracy TV Show, SOS Coast Guard), dies from a heart attack at 43
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About August 18, 1952
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 8 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
