What Happened on March 19, 1975

Historical Events

  • Buster Davis and Luther Henderson's musical "Doctor Jazz" opens at the Winter Garden Theatre, NYC; runs for 5 performances
  • Pennsylvania is 1st state to allow girls to compete with boys in HS sports

Famous Birthdays

  • Antonio Daniels, NBA guard (Vancouver Grizzlies)
  • Brann Dailor, American heavy metal drummer (Mastodon), born in Rochester, New York
  • Matthew Richardson, Australian rules football forward (All-Australian 1996, 99, 2008; Richmond FC; Australian Football HOF) and broadcaster (7 Network), born in Devonport, Australia
  • Vivian Hsu, Taiwanese pop singer-lyricist (Black Biscuit - "Timing"), actress (The Knot), and model, born in Fengyuan District, Taiwan
Born in 1975

Famous Deaths

  • John A DeMott, dies at 63
1975 Highlights

About March 19, 1975

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 49 years and 9 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: My Eyes Adored You - Frankie Valli
  • UK #1 Song: Bye Bye Baby - Bay City Rollers