Historical Events
- 69th Davis Cup: Czechoslovakia beats Italy in Prague (4-1)
Senior PGA Championship
Senior PGA Championship, Turnberry Isle CC: Arnold Palmer wins with a birdie on the 1st playoff hole against Paul Harney
Famous Birthdays
- John Terry, English soccer defender (78 caps; Chelsea), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- Darby Crash, American Punk rocker (Germs), dies of an overdose at 22
About December 7, 1980
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 5 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lady - Kenny Rogers
#1 Song: Super Trouper - Abba
