What Happened on February 24, 1978

Historical Events

  • Kevin Porter, NJ, sets NBA record with 29 assists in a game

Famous Birthdays

  • John Nolan, American rock guitarist, singer and piano player (Taking Back Sunday; Straylight Run), born in Baltimore, Maryland
  • Shinya [Terachi], Japanese heavy metal drummer (Dir En Grey), born in Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
  • Vitor "Shaolin" Ribeiro, Brazilian mixed-martial artist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion, born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About February 24, 1978

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 2 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Stayin' Alive - Bee Gees
  • UK #1 Song: Take A Chance On Me - Abba