Historical Events
- "Bravo" network premieres on cable TV
Lennon's Last Photo-shoot
Annie Leibovitz has a photo-shoot with John Lennon, the last person to professionally photograph him before he is murdered on the same day
Famous Birthdays
- Brandt Snedeker, American golfer (US Masters 2008, British Open 2012 3rd), born in Nashville, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
John Lennon (1940-1980)
British musician, pop star and member of The Beatles (Imagine), shot and murdered outside of his home in NYC by Mark David Chapman at 40
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About December 8, 1980
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 4 months and 21 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
