Historical Events
- "Maggie" opens at National Theater NYC for 5 performances
- KOLN TV channel 10 in Lincoln, NB (CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- (Robin) "Robbie" Bachman, Canadian drummer (Bachman-Turner Overdrive - "You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet"; "Takin' Care Of Business"), born in Winnipeg, Manitoba (d. 2023)
- Derek Pellicci, English-born Australian rock drummer (Little River Band - "Help Is On The Way"), born in London
About February 18, 1953
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes - Perry Como with The Ramblers