Historical Events
Music History
Paul McCartney releases "Wonderful Christmas"
Famous Birthdays
- Bruce Irons, American surfer, born in Lihue, Hawaii
- Michael Faustino, actor (brother of David), born in Los Angeles, California
- Salli Wills, Australian gymnast (Olympics 1996)
- Tony Frias, American footballer, born in Hudson, Massachusetts
Famous Deaths
- Bert Baston, American College Football Hall of Fame end (University of Minnesota), dies at 84
1979 Highlights
About November 16, 1979
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 6 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Still - Commodores
#1 Song: When You're in Love With a Beautiful Woman - Dr. Hook
