Famous Birthdays
- Collins Obuya, Kenyan cricket all-rounder (104 ODIs, 35 wickets, 11 x 50), born in Nairobi, Kenya
- Susan King Borchardt, American basketball player, born in Richfield, Minnesota
Famous Weddings
- British television: On Coronation Street, Ken Barlow marries Deirdre Langton, proving to be a national event with massive viewer numbers
Famous Deaths
- Ray Harrison, dancer (American Song), dies at 64
William Wyler (1902-1981)
American film director (Ben-Hur, Mrs Miniver), dies at 79
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About July 27, 1981
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 8 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Jessie's Girl - Rick Springfield
#1 Song: Green Door - Shakin' Stevens
