Today in History for 5th January 1975

Historical Events

Events 1 - 4 of 4

- "Wiz" opens at Majestic Theater NYC for 1672 performances
- 14 die when British freighter "Lake Illawarra" rams pylon bridge between Derwent & Hobart, Tasmania & ship sinks
- Charlie Smalls' "Wiz," premieres in NYC
- Salyut 4 with crew of 2 is launched for 30 days

Famous Birthdays

Birthdays 1 - 4 of 4

- Bradley Cooper, American actor
- Kylie Bax, New Zealand model
- Ray Morgan, announcer (I'd Like to See)
- Warrick Dunn, running back (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

Famous Deaths

Deaths 1 - 1 of 1

- Don Wilson, pitcher (Astro), dies at 29 of carbon monoxide poisoning

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