Saturday, 28th April 1973 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! It's World Day for Safety and Health at Work. Explore 50 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings rainy with temperatures between 5°C and 15°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Taurus. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Saturday, 28th April in London, GB.
Saturday, 28th April 1973 marked a significant moment in music history when Pink Floyd's album The Dark Side of the Moon entered the Billboard Top LPs & Tape chart, beginning an unprecedented chart run that would span 942 weeks. This progressive rock masterpiece became a cultural phenomenon that transcended typical commercial success and established itself as one of the most influential albums of the era. The same day witnessed the Stern magazine's publication of purported Adolf Hitler diaries, though these documents would later be exposed as elaborate forgeries, highlighting the importance of journalistic scrutiny in historical reporting. These concurrent events reflected the year's cultural and historical significance, capturing moments that would shape popular memory and academic discourse for decades to come.
London, the location marking this date, stands as one of Europe's most historically significant cities and remains a global centre for commerce, culture and media. The city's influence extends across music, publishing and broadcasting industries, making it a fitting backdrop for the day's notable occurrences in both fields.
The weather on this Saturday in London turned rainy, typical of the English spring season. Astrologically, this date fell under the Taurus zodiac sign, whilst the moon occupied its waxing gibbous phase as it moved toward fullness. These atmospheric and celestial conditions provided the context for a day when cultural history was actively being made.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 28th April 1973
Rivers carve canyons not through force, but through persistent gentleness.
Fortune of the Day
28th April in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on April 28 blend Taurus steadiness with Saturn's discipline into a distinctive character. They are grounded and pragmatic, yet numerology 5 introduces a desire for change and flexibility. This combination makes them reliable yet surprisingly adaptable to new circumstances.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their strengths include endurance, sensual intelligence, and structured thinking. They pursue goals methodically and create lasting results. Weaknesses emerge from stubbornness—they can become inflexible when challenged—and a tension between duty and pleasure-seeking.
Love April 28 natives love deeply and durably. They value physical and emotional intimacy equally, building stable, sensual partnerships. Their Saturn influence ensures loyalty, while Venus bestows passion and tenderness in relationships.
Caree & Finance Those born this day thrive in roles blending creativity with structure: design, finance, management. They earn well through perseverance and practical skill. Financial stability is their hallmark, though they sometimes avoid beneficial risks.
Health These individuals need regular physical activity to channel their sensual energy productively. Indulgences are best enjoyed in moderation. They find mental peace in nature and artistic pursuits—balance counters their intense work habits.
That night, the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Ox (Water).
Fun Facts About 28th April
Name Days in Your Language: Valeria, Valerian, Valerie, Valery
Someone born on this day in 1973 would be 52 years old today — just 19,339 days into life, which is roughly 464,146 hours, 27,848,760 minutes, or 1,670,925,628 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 118. day of the year.
There are 247 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 17 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 28th April
- Michael Walchhofer, Austrian skier (1975)
- Penélope Cruz, Spanish actress and producer (1974)
- Margo Dydek, Polish basketball player and coach (died 2011) (1974)
- Vernon Kay, English radio and television host (1974)
- Dominic Matteo, Scottish footballer and journalist (1974)
- Jorge Garcia, American actor and producer (1973)
- Andrew Mehrtens, South African-New Zealand rugby player (1973)
- Violent J, American rapper (1972)
- Jean-Paul van Gastel, Dutch footballer and manager (1972)
- Bridget Moynahan, American actress (1971)
Lives Remembered on 28th April
- Brian McCardie, Scottish actor and writer (born 1965) (2024)
- Michael Collins, American astronaut (born 1930) (2021)
- El Risitas, Spanish comedian (born 1956) (2021)
- Richard Lugar, American politician (born 1932) (2019)
- John Singleton, American film director (born 1968) (2019)
- James Hylton, American race car driver (born 1934) (2018)
- Mariano Gagnon, American Catholic priest and author (born 1929) (2017)
- Jenny Diski, English author and screenwriter (born 1947) (2016)
- Antônio Abujamra, Brazilian actor and director (born 1932) (2015)
- Marcia Brown, American author and illustrator (born 1918) (2015)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 28th April
- Christian feast day: Aphrodisius and companions
- Christian feast day: Gianna Beretta Molla
- Christian feast day: Kirill of Turov (Orthodox, added to Roman Martyrology in 1969)
- Christian feast day: Louis de Montfort
- Christian feast day: Pamphilus of Sulmona
- Christian feast day: Peter Chanel
- Christian feast day: Vitalis and Valeria of Milan
- Christian feast day: April 28 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Mujahideen Victory Day (Afghanistan)
- National Heroes Day (Barbados)
- Restoration of Sovereignty Day (Japan)
- Sardinia Day (Sardinia)
- Workers' Memorial Day and World Day for Safety and Health at Work (international) National Day of Mourning (Canada)
What Happened on 28th April?
- General Cao Văn Viên, chief of the South Vietnamese military, departs for the US as the North Vietnamese Army closes in on victory. (1975)
- The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd, recorded in Abbey Road Studios goes to number one on the US Billboard chart, beginning a record-breaking 741-week chart run. (1973)
- Vietnam War: US President Richard Nixon formally authorizes American combat troops to take part in the Cambodian campaign. (1970)
- Charles de Gaulle resigns as President of France. (1969)
- Vietnam War: Boxer Muhammad Ali refuses his induction into the United States Army and is subsequently stripped of his championship and license. (1967)