What Happened on September 26, 1977

Historical Events

  • Cleveland Browns play their 1st overtime game, beat Patriots 30-27
  • Sir Freddie Laker begins cut-rate "Skytrain" service, London to NY

Famous Deaths

  • Ernie Lombardi, American Baseball HOF catcher (8 × MLB All-Star; World Series 1940; NL MVP 1938; Cincinnati Reds, Boston Braves, NY Giants), dies at 69

About September 26, 1977

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 46 years and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Star Wars Theme/Cantina Band - Meco
  • UK #1 Song: Way Down - Elvis Presley