Historical Events
Music History
Paul McCartney officially announces the split of The Beatles
Famous Birthdays
- Enrico Ciccone, Canadian NHL defenseman (Chicago Blackhawks), born in Montreal, Quebec
- J. J. McCleskey, American NFL safety (New Orleans Saints, Arizona Cardinals), born in Knoxville, Tennessee
- Kenny Lattimore, American R&B singer-songwriter ("Never Too Busy"; "For You"), born in Washington, D.C.
- Mike Mushok, American rock guitarist (Staind; Newsted; Saint Asonia), born in Ludlow, Massachusetts
- Q-Tip [Kamaal Fareed, born Jonathan Davis], American rapper, actor, record producer and DJ, born in Harlem, New York
- Sean Gilbert, American NFL defensive tackle (Washington Redskins), born in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Charles Paton, British actor (Freedom of the Seas), dies of a heart attack at 96
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights
About April 10, 1970
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 54 years and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Let It Be - The Beatles
#1 Song: Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel
