Historical Events
Baseball Record
George Brett ends hitting streak at 30
George Brett
- Saudi Arabian Lockhead Tristar crashes on landing at Riyadh, 301 die
- Willy Russell's play "Educating Rita" premieres in London starring Julie Walters
Famous Birthdays
- Darius Danesh, Scottish singer-songwriter & actor
- Jun Jin, Korean rapper (Shinhwa)
- Michael Todd, American musician (Coheed and Cambria)
- Paul Parry, Welsh footballer
Famous Deaths
- Otto Frank, father of Anne Frank, dies at 91
1980 Highlights
About August 19, 1980
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
