Famous Birthdays
- Franziska van Almsick, German swimmer
- Stephen Jackson, American basketball player
Famous Deaths
- Carlo Tagliabue, Italian operatic baritone, (La Scala, 1930-55), dies at 80
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About April 5, 1978
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 46 years and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Night Fever - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs - Brian & Michael
