Historical Events
- 13th San Diego Comic-Con International opens at U.S. Grant Hotel
- American swimmers Mary T Meagher (2.06.37) and Craig Beardsley (1.58.21) both set 200m butterfly world records at the US National Swimming Championships at Irvine, California
- Houston Astros pitcher J. R. Richard suffers a stroke and collapses while playing a game of catch before an Astros game, ending his career
- Vanuatu (New Hebrides) gains independence from Britain & France
Famous Birthdays
- Justin Rose, English golfer (US Open 2013), born in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Sara Anzanello, Italian volleyball player, born in San Donà di Piave, Italy
Famous Deaths
- Charles McGraw [Butters], American actor (Spartacus, The Birds, The Killers, Smith Family), dies after falling through a glass shower door at 66
- Norman Lloyd, American pianist, author and composer, dies at 70
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About July 30, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 9 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Magic - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: Use It Up And Wear It Out - Odyssey
