Historical Events
- University adm declares 5 Pac-10 schools ineligible for conference titles and post-season play due to transcript and curriculum abuses
Famous Birthdays
- Danny Collins, Welsh soccer defender (12 caps; Sunderland, Stoke City, Nottingham Forest), born in Chester, England
- Wilber Pan, Taiwanese-American singer, rapper and actor, born in West Virgina
Famous Deaths
- Charles Urbanus, Dutch baseball player, dies at 66
- Marino Marini, Italian sculptor (The Pilgrim - Houston), dies at 79
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About August 6, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Magic - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: The Winner Takes It All - Abba
