Historical Events
- 46th Heisman Trophy Award: George Rogers, South Carolina (RB)
- Mel Harris appears on M*A*S*H in "Cementing Relationships"
- US Justice Department sues Yonkers siting racial discrimination
Famous Birthdays
- Mohammad Kaif, Indian cricket batsman (13 Tests, top score 148; 125 ODIs), born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Mubarak Hassan Shami, Qatari athlete (Vienna 2005, Prague 2006, Paris 2007 marathons), born in Baringo, Kenya
Famous Deaths
- Sam Levene, American Broadway actor (Purple Heart, Designing Women), dies at 75
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About December 1, 1980
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lady - Kenny Rogers
#1 Song: Super Trouper - Abba
