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Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About March 19, 1978
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 1 month and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces
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