Historical Events
- Calvin Murphy (Rockets) begins longest NBA free throw streak of 78
Famous Birthdays
- Cas Haley, American roots, rock, and reggae singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, born in Paris, Texas
- Claudio Castagnoli, Swiss wrestler
Famous Weddings
Pierce Brosnan
Irish actor Pierce Brosnan (27) weds Australian actress Cassandra Harris (32); his first, her third - until her death in 1991
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About December 27, 1980
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 4 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: (Just Like) Starting Over - John Lennon
#1 Song: There's No One Quite Like Grandma - St Winifred's School Choir
