What Happened on November 17, 1980

Historical Events

Double Fantasy

Geffen Records releases John Lennon and Yoko Ono's album "Double Fantasy"

9 to 5 and Odd Jobs

RCA-Victor Records releases "9 to 5 and Odd Jobs", the 23rd studio album by country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton

  • WHHM Television in Washington, D.C., becomes the first African-American public-broadcasting television station

Famous Birthdays

  • Brad Bradley, American professional wrestler
  • Mercedes Martinez, professional wrestler
  • [Clarke] Isaac Hanson, American pop singer and guitarist (Hanson - "MMMbop"), born in Tulsa, Oklahoma

About November 17, 1980

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 5 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Lady - Kenny Rogers
  • UK #1 Song: The Tide Is High - Blondie