Famous Birthdays
- Jill St John [Oppenheim], actress (Diamonds are Forever), born in Los Angeles, California
- Johnny Nash, American pop-reggae-soul singer-songwriter and record producer ("I Can See Clearly Now"), born in Houston, Texas (d. 2020)
- Roger Cook, British songwriter (with Roger Greenaway: "You've Got Your Troubles"; "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing", "Melting Pot"), singer (Blue Mink), and record producer, born in Fishponds, Bristol, England
About August 19, 1940
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
