Historical Events
- Social Democratic and Labour Party and Nationalist Members of Parliament refuse to attend the state opening of Stormont (North Ireland Parliament)
Famous Birthdays
- Mara Hobel, American actress (Mommie Dearest), born in New York City
- Nathan Morris [Alex Vanderpool], rapper (Boyz II Men), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Nigel Owens, Welsh rugby union referee (record holder for most Test matches refereed 100), born in Mynyddcerrig, Wales
Famous Divorces
Howard Hughes
Aviator Howard Hughes divorces 2nd wife Jean Peters after 14 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Paul Karrer, Swiss organic chemist (Nobel 1937), dies at 82
- Thomas Gomez, American actor (Force of Evil, Key Largo, Kim, Sellout), dies after a car accident at 65
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About June 18, 1971
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 10 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: It's Too Late/I Feel The Earth Move - Carole King
#1 Song: Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep - Middle Of The Road
