Famous Birthdays
- Benjamin Cheever, American novelist and editor (The Partisan)
- Claude Jade, French actress (Stolen Kisses), born in Dijon, France (d. 2006)
Johnny Ramone (1948-2004)
American punk rock guitarist and songwriter (Ramones - "I Wanna Be Sedated"), born in Long Island, New York
- Pedro Alonso López, Colombian serial killer known as the 'The Monster of the Andes' (120-300+ victims), born in Santa Isabel, Tolima, Colombia
- Sarah Purcell, American actress and TV hostess (Real People), born in Richmond, Indiana
- Stephanie Marrian [Stefanie Khan], French model, actress and comedienne (Benny Hill Show), born in Paris, France
Famous Deaths
- Sven Holger Körling, Swedish organist, music teacher, and composer of children's songs, dies at 69
Died in 1948 1948 Highlights
About October 8, 1948
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 6 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
