Historical Events
Sports History
KC Royals' George Brett, batting avg reach .400
Famous Birthdays
- Athina Papayianni, Greek race walker, born in Preveza, Greece
- Esteban Cambiasso, Argentine footballer, born in San Fernando Partido, Argentina
- Jeremy Shockey, American football Tight End, born in Ada, Oklahoma
- Preeti Jhangiani, Indian actress, born in Mumbai, India
- Rob Nguyen, Australian racing driver, born in Brisbane, Australia
Famous Deaths
- Norman Cazden, American composer, educator, and music theorist, dies at 65
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About August 18, 1980
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 8 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Magic - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: Ashes To Ashes - David Bowie
