Historical Events
- The European Patent Institute is founded.
- US recalls William Bowdler, ambassador to South Africa
Famous Birthdays
- Matthew Ramsey, American country music songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist (Old Dominion -"Break Up With Him"; "Snapback"), born in Buchanan, Virginia
Famous Weddings
Peter Boyle
Actor Peter Boyle (42) weds Loraine Alterman at the United Nations chapel in Manhattan
Famous Deaths
- Ferit Tüzün, Turkish composer (Esintiler - Inspirations; The Ears of Midas), and conductor (Turkish State Opera and Ballet Orchestra, 1959-77), dies at 48
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights
About October 21, 1977
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: You Light Up My Life - Debby Boone
- #1 Song: Silver Lady - David Soul