Historical Events
- Randy Jones wins NL record 16 games before All Star break
Famous Birthdays
- David Kennedy, American guitarist (Angels & Airwaves), and beverage entrepreneur (James Coffee Co,), born in San Diego, California
- Staci Wilson, American soccer defender (15 caps; Olympic gold 1996; Raleigh Wings, Carolina Courage), born in Livingston, New Jersey
- Talal El Karkouri, Moroccan soccer defender (53 caps; Servette, PSG, Charlton Athletic, Qatar SC) and manager (Umm Salal SC), born in Casablanca, Morocco
About July 8, 1976
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Afternoon Delight - Starland Vocal Band
#1 Song: You To Me Are Everything - Real Thing
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