Historical Events
Summit of Interest
100,000 cheering Egyptians welcome Anwar Sadat home from Camp David peace summit
Famous Birthdays
- Anthony Mackie. American stage and screen actor (Brother To Brother; The Hurt Locker - "Sgt. Sanborn"; Captain America -"Falcon"), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
- John "Worm" Miller, American filmmaker, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Keri Lynn Pratt, American film and television actress (Jack & Bobby), born in Concord, New Hampshire
Famous Deaths
- Jay Adler, American actor (Macon County Line; Illegal, Big Combo), dies at 79
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About September 23, 1978
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Boogie Oogie Oogie - A Taste Of Honey
- #1 Song: Dreadlock Holiday - 10cc