Historical Events
- 1st game of Women's Pro Basketball League (WBL), Chicago Hustle vs Milwaukee Does
- Pioneer Venus 2 drops 5 probes into atmosphere of Venus
Famous Birthdays
- Jesse Metcalfe, American actor, born in Carmel Valley, California
1978 Highlights
About December 9, 1978
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 5 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Le Freak - Chic
#1 Song: Mary's Boy Child - Oh My Lord - Boney M