What Happened on September 27, 1980

Historical Events

  • Marvin Hagler defeats Alan Minter to claim boxing's world Middleweight championship in London. They have to be escorted away by police after a riot forms.
  • WHOT (Brooklyn New York pirate radio station) begins on 1620 AM & 92.5 FM

About September 27, 1980

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Upside Down - Diana Ross
  • UK #1 Song: Don't Stand So Close To Me - The Police