Famous Birthdays
- Kwon Sang-woo, South Korean actor (Stairway to Heaven), born in Daejeon, South Korea
- Marians Pahars, Latvian footballer, born in Chornobai, Ukraine
Famous Deaths
- Adrian Roland Holst, Dutch poet (Past the Roads), dies at 88
- Betty Clooney, American singer (Jack Paar Show), dies at 45
1976 Highlights
About August 5, 1976
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 5 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo