Historical Events
- Largest recorded sunspot ever observed at 40 times the diameter of Earth
Famous Birthdays
- Cindy Pickett, American actress (Guiding Light, St Elsewhere), born in Norman, Oklahoma
- Hsiao-hsien Hou, Taiwanese director (Cheerful Wind, City of Sadness, The Puppetmaster), born in Mei County, China
- Larry Norman, American musician and pioneer of Christian rock music ("Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music?"), born in Corpus Christi, Texas (d. 2008)
- Robert Kiyosaki, American investor (Rich Dad Company), born in Hilo, Hawaii
Steve Howe (77 years old)
English progressive rock guitarist (Yes - "Roundabout"; Asia - "Heat Of The Moment"), born in London, England
- Tom DeLay, American politician (Rep-R-Texas, 1985-2006), born in Laredo, Texas
About April 8, 1947
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 77 years and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries
