Historical Events
Radio Premiere
The first-ever radio episode of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, by Douglas Adams, is transmitted on BBC Radio 4.
Famous Birthdays
- Nick Zano, American actor
About March 8, 1978
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 1 month and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: (Love Is) Thicker Than Water - Andy Gibb
#1 Song: Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush
