Famous Birthdays
- Carlos Arroyo, Puerto Rican basketball player, born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico
- Diva Zappa, American artist and daughter of Frank, born in Los Angeles, California
- Graeme McDowell, Irish golfer (US Open 2010), born in Portrush, Northern Ireland
Famous Deaths
- Beppie Nooij, Dutch actress and director (Red Sien, Zeemansvrouwen), dies at 60
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About July 30, 1979
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 8 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Bad Girls - Donna Summer
- #1 Song: I Don't Like Mondays - Boomtown Rats