Historical Events
- Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar
Famous Birthdays
- Julian Casablancas, American musician, born in New York City
Kobe Bryant (1978-2020)
American basketball guard (NBA champion 2000–02, 09-10; NBA MVP 2008; 18 x NBA All Star; LA Lakers; Olympic gold 2008,12), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Famous Weddings
Kate Jackson
Actress Kate Jackson (29) weds actor Andrew Stevens (23) in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About August 23, 1978
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 8 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Grease - Frankie Valli
#1 Song: Three Times A Lady - Commodores
