What Happened on March 5, 1978

Historical Events

  • Landsat 3 launched from Vandenberg AFB, California
  • Revival of Jerry Herman's musical "Hello, Dolly!", starring Carol Channing, opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater, NYC; runs for 152 performances

Famous Birthdays

  • Kimberly McCullough, California, actress (Robin-General Hospital)
  • Mike Hessman, American baseball player

About March 5, 1978

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 1 month and 22 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: (Love Is) Thicker Than Water - Andy Gibb
  • UK #1 Song: Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush