Historical Events
- Porn star John Holmes charged with Laurel Canyon murders
Famous Birthdays
- Diya Mirza, Indian actress, born in Hyderabad, India
- Mardy Fish, American tennis player, born in Edina, Minnesota
Famous Deaths
- Daniel Faulkner, Philadelphia police officer (b. 1955)
- Sonny Til [Earlington Carl Tilghman], American doo-wop singer (The Orioles), dies from heart failure at 56
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About December 9, 1981
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Physical - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: Don't You Want Me - Human League
