Historical Events
- "The Source," 1st computer public information service, goes on-line
- Mariners draft Al Chambers #1
- Wings release "Back to the Egg" album
Famous Birthdays
- Derek Trucks, American guitarist and founder of Grammy Award-winning The Derek Trucks Band (Tedeschi Truck Band), born in Jacksonville, Florida
- Luis Ernesto Michel, Mexican football player
- Pete Orr, Canadian baseball player
Famous Deaths
- Herb Polesie, producer/playwright (20 Questions), dies at 79
- Louis Salvador Palange, American composer, arranger, and conductor dies at 61
1979 Highlights
About June 8, 1979
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
