Historical Events
- CBS' premiere of "Lovey: A Circle of Children Part II", sequel to "A Circle of Children", which is also based on Mary Mac Cracken
Famous Birthdays
- B.J. Penn, American mixed martial artist, born in Kailua, Hawaii
- Ryo Kawakita, Japanese guitarist (Maximum the Hormone), born in Tokyo
Famous Deaths
- Frits Slomp, Dutch pastor and resistance fighter (aided people in hiding during WWII), dies at 80
1978 Highlights
About December 13, 1978
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 9 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Don't Bring Me Flowers - Barbra Streisand & Neil Diamond
#1 Song: Mary's Boy Child - Oh My Lord - Boney M
