Famous Birthdays
- Gervasio Deferr, Spanish gymnast (Olympic gold 2000, 2004), born in Premià de Mar, Barcelona
- James Franklin, New Zealand cricket all-rounder (31 Tests, 1 x 100, 82 wickets; 110 ODIs; Wellington CA, Gloucestershire CCC, born in Wellington, New Zealand
- Luciana Salazar, Argentine model and actress (Cien días para enamorarse), born in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Famous Deaths
Steve McQueen (1930-1980)
American actor called "The King of Cool" during the 1960s (The Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape), dies of a heart attack after surgery at 50
- Wolfgang Weyrauch, German writer, dies at 73
1980 Highlights
About November 7, 1980
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 6 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Woman In Love - Barbra Streisand
#1 Song: Woman In Love - Barbra Streisand
