Famous Birthdays
- Olivia Lufkin, Japanese-American pop singer and songwriter, born in Naha, Japan
- Stephen McPhail, Irish footballer, born in City of Westminster, London
Famous Deaths
- Fulton J. Sheen, American archbishop and religious broadcaster (Life is Worth Living), dies in NYC at 84
1979 Highlights
About December 9, 1979
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Babe - Styx
#1 Song: Another Brick In The Wall (Part 2) - Pink Floyd
