What Happened on September 10, 1980

Historical Events

  • Expos Bill Gullickson, sets rookie record of striking out 18
  • Peter Comita replaces Tom Peterson of Cheap Trick

Famous Birthdays

  • Jayam Ravi [Mohan Ravi], Indian actor (Dhaam Dhoom), born in Tirumangalam, Madurai, India
  • Timothy Goebel, American figure skater (first to land quadruple salchow jump; Olympic bronze 2002; World C'ship silver 2002, 03), born in Evanston, Illinois
  • [Michael] Mikey Way, American musician (My Chemical Romance), born in Kearny, New Jersey

About September 10, 1980

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Upside Down - Diana Ross
  • UK #1 Song: Feels Like I'm In Love - Kelly Marie