What Happened on September 16, 1977

Historical Events

  • 90 minute pilot of "Logan's Run" premieres on TV

Drowning in Sea of Love

Ringo Starr releases single "Drowning in Sea of Love" in the UK

  • Seattle beats Royals, 4-1, to end KC's winning streak at 16 games
1977 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Greg Ball, American politician (Member of the New York Senate 2011-14), born in Pawling, New York
Born in 1977

Famous Deaths

  • Marc Bolan, English rock vocalist and guitarist (T-Rex - "Bang a Gong (Get It On)"), dies in a car crash at 29

Maria Callas (1923-1977)

American soprano (Carmen), dies in Paris at 53


1977 Highlights

About September 16, 1977

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 46 years and 7 months
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo

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