What Happened on March 27, 1978

Historical Events

40th NCAA Men's Basketball Championship: Kentucky beats Duke, 94-88; Wildcats 5th title; forward Jack Givens scores 41 points

Music Premiere

Bob Fosse's musical revue "Dancin'" opens at Broadhurst Theater, later transferring to the Ambassador, NYC; runs for 1,774 performances and wins a Tony Award for choreography

The Rutles mockumentary "All You Need is Cash" is shown on British TV

Events in 1978

Famous Deaths

Dutch Zwilling, American baseball outfielder (Federal League HR all-time leader), dies at 89
Wilfred Pickles, British actor (Billy Liar, Gay Dog), dies at 73

Died in 1978 1978 Highlights