Historical Events
Sports History
NY Yankee manager Billy Martin and Reggie Jackson fight in dug out after Jackson refuses to bunt, causing Martin to suspend him
Famous Birthdays
- Émilie Simon, French singer, born in Montpellier, France
- Katharine Towne, American actress, born in Los Angeles, California
- Mike Hettinga, American professional wrestler, born in San Bernardino, California
- Ricardo Arona, Brazilian mixed martial artist, born in Niterói, Brazil
Famous Deaths
- Thayer David, actor (Rocky, Roots, Savages), dies at 51
1978 Highlights
About July 17, 1978
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shadow Dancing - Andy Gibb
#1 Song: You're The One That I Want - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
