Historical Events
Event of Interest
7 die in a stampede to see Pope John Paul II in Brazil
Event of Interest
Dutch war criminal Pieter Menten sentenced to 10 years
Famous Deaths
- Vinicius de Moraes, Brazilian poet and lyricist, dies at 66
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About July 9, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Coming Up (Live At Glasgow) - Paul McCartney And Wings
#1 Song: Xanadu - Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra
