Historical Events
- Reds clout 7 HRs by 6 batters, Braves counter with 3 HRs, 6 for one team & 9 different batters for two teams, all tie or set records
- The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland (APNI) is formed; it attempts to appeal to Catholics and Protestant to unite in support of moderate policies
- The Principality of Hutt River (previously Hutt River Province) secedes from Australia - it remains unrecognised by Australia or other nations
Famous Birthdays
- Glen Hansard, Irish singer-songwriter, guitarist ("Falling Slowly"), and actor (Once; The Commitments), born in Ballymum, Ireland
- Israel Stanley, NFL/WLAF defensive end (New Orleans Saints, Rhein Fire)
- Nicole Sullivan, American actress and comedienne (MADtv, The King of Queens), born in Manhattan, New York
- Rob Riggle, American comedian and actor (Modern Family; The Daily Show, 2006-08; SNL, 2005-05), born in Louisville, Kentucky
Famous Deaths
- Earl Hooker, American blues slide guitar player ("Blue Guitar"), dies of tuberculosis at 40
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights
About April 21, 1970
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 54 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: ABC - Jackson 5
- #1 Song: All Kinds of Everything - Dana