Historical Events
- "Madwoman of Central Park West" closes at 22 Steps NYC after 86 performances
- California Angels trounce Toronto Blue Jays, 24-2
- Somali adopts constitution
Television Premiere
TV series "Hart to Hart" starring Robert Wagner and Stefanie Powers premieres in the US on ABC
Famous Birthdays
- Marlon Harewood, English footballer
Famous Deaths
- Stan Kenton, American musician, jazz pianist, arranger and bandleader (Artistry In Rhythm), dies at 67
1979 Highlights
About August 25, 1979
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Sharona - The Knack- #1 Song: We Don't Talk Anymore - Cliff Richard
#1 Song: My Sharona - The Knack
#1 Song: We Don't Talk Anymore - 
