What Happened on October 14, 1978

Historical Events

Film & TV History

1st TV movie from a TV series - "Rescue from Gilligan's Island" continues the story of shipwreck sitcom from1964–67; 6 of the 7 original castaways reprise their roles

China performs nuclear test at Lop Nor, PRC

Sports History

Despite Denis Potvin hat trick in 3:21 NY Islanders lose 7-10 making Islander record when scoring a hat trick-22-2-1

Sports History

NY outfielder Reggie Jackson causes World Series controversy; interferes with a throw to 1st, deflects ball away during Yankees, 4-3 Game 4 win over LA Dodgers at Yankee Stadium

Events in 1978

Famous Birthdays

Javon Walker, American football player
Justin Brannan, American musician (Most Precious Blood), born in Brooklyn, New York
Paul Hunter, English snooker player (Masters 2001, 02, 04), born in Leeds, Yorkshire, England (d. 2006)
Ryan Church, American baseball player
Steven Thompson, Scottish footballer