Historical Events
- American water skier Donna Patterson Brice sets women's high speed record 111.11 mph at Long Beach, California
Famous Deaths
- Danny Lockin, American actor and dancer (Hello Dolly), dies from bleeding to death after being stabbed 100 times
- Octavus L "Octave" van Aerschot, actor (Scandal in Paris), dies at 87
1977 Highlights
About August 21, 1977
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 5 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Best Of My Love - The Emotions
#1 Song: Float On - Floaters
