Historical Events
Album Release
Columbia Records releases Bruce Springsteen's fifth studio album "The River"; the 2-record set becomes a global smash, going top five in 8 countries
Famous Birthdays
- Brittney McConn, American figure skater (1997 Eastern Sr champ), born in Largo, Florida
- Kimeru, Japanese singer and actor (The Prince of Tennis), born in Kumamoto-ken
Venus Williams (42 years old)
American tennis star considered one of the all-time greats of women's tennis, born in Lynwood, California
Born in 1980
1980 Highlights
About June 17, 1980
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Funkytown - Lipps, Inc.
#1 Song: Crying - Don Mclean
