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Famous Birthdays
Bill Haley (1925-1981)
American rock guitarist and vocalist known as the father of Rock 'n' Roll (...& his Comets - "Rock Around the Clock"; "See You Later, Alligator"), born in Highland Park, Michigan
- Huub Jacobse, Dutch politician and member of Dutch 2nd chamber (Liberal), born in Zeist, Netherlands (d. 1993)
- Merv Griffin, American TV host (Merv Griffin Show), born in San Mateo, California (d. 2007)
- Ruth Cracknell, Australian actress (Mother and Son), born in Maitland (d. 2002)
1925 Highlights
About July 6, 1925
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 99 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer