What Happened on August 4, 1975

Historical Events

Music History

Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant is seriously hurt in a car crash in Rhodes, Greece

Famous Birthdays

  • Andy Hallett, American actor
  • Beau Morgan, running back (Dallas Cowboys)
  • Daniella van Graas, Dutch model and actress
  • Kaipo Spenser, Wailuku HI, baseball pitcher (Olympic bronze 1996)

Famous Deaths

  • John Baragrey, American actor (Creeper, The Loves of Carmen), dies of a stroke at 57
Died in 1975 1975 Highlights

About August 4, 1975

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo

Holidays: Civic Holiday (Canada), Summer Bank Holiday (Ireland, United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Jive Talkin' - Bee Gees
  • UK #1 Song: Barbados - Typically Tropical