Famous Birthdays
- Eric Hinske, American baseball utility and coach (AL Rookie of the Year 2002; 3-time WS champion), born in Menasha, Wisconsin
- Mark Mulder, American baseball player (Oakland Athletics,St. Louis Cardinals), born in South Holland, Illinois
Famous Weddings
- Actress Julie Newmar (43) weds lawyer J. Holt Smith
Famous Deaths
- Charles Carson, British actor (Cry the Beloved Country), dies at 91
1977 Highlights
About August 5, 1977
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 9 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Just Want To Be Your Everything - Andy Gibb
#1 Song: I Feel Love - Donna Summer
