Historical Events
- IRA bomb explodes in British consulate in Antwerp
Wimbledon Women's Tennis
Wimbledon Women's Tennis: Martina Navratilova successfully defends her title beating Chris Evert Lloyd 6-4, 6-4
Famous Birthdays
Kevin Hart (44 years old)
American comedian ("Laugh at My Pain", The Secret Life of Pets), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Nic Cester, Australian musician (Jet), born in Dingley, Melbourne, Australia
- Nicolas Daniel Maricio, Prince of Netherlands, born in Utrecht, Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Van McCoy, American musician and songwriter (The Hustle), dies of a heart attack at 39
1979 Highlights
About July 6, 1979
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Ring My Bell - Anita Ward
- #1 Song: Are 'Friends' Electric? - Tubeway Army