Historical Events
Academy of Country Music Awards
8th Academy of Country Music Awards: Merle Haggard and Donna Fargo win
Event of Interest
Triple Crown horse Secretariat bought for a record $5.7m
Famous Birthdays
- Jenny Thompson, American 400m freestyle swimmer (Olympic gold 1992, 96), born in Danvers, Massachusetts
- Marshall Faulk, American NFL running back (Indianapolis Colts), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Ole Gunnar Solskjær, Norwegian football player and manager, born in Kristiansund, Norway
Famous Deaths
- Doc Hayes, American basketball coach (Southern Methodist University 1947-67), dies in an auto accident at 67
- Mary Finney, American actress (Honestly Celeste), dies at 68
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About February 26, 1973
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Killing Me Softly With His Song - Roberta Flack
#1 Song: Cum On Feel The Noize - Slade
