Historical Events
Music History
British singer Peter Gabriel announces his departure from the rock group Genesis
- Musical revue "Rodgers & Hart" closes at Helen Hayes Theater, NYC, after 108 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Didier Agathe, French footballer, born in Saint-Pierre, Réunion
- George Stults, American actor, born in Detroit, Michigan
Taika Waititi (48 years old)
New Zealand film director (Boy, Thor: Ragnarok), born in Raukokore, New Zealand
About August 16, 1975
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 8 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Jive Talkin' - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Can't Give You Anything (But My Love) - The Stylistics
