Historical Events
Event of Interest
Iraqi President Saddam Hussein declares holy war against Iran
Famous Birthdays
- Dominique Maltais, Canadian snowboarder, born in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, Canada
Vanessa Lachey (42 years old)
Filipino-born American model, TV personality and actress (Entertainment Tonight; NCIS: Hawaiʻi), born in Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines
Born in 1980
Famous Deaths
- Carmel Myers, American stage and silent and sound screen actress (Ben-Hur; Svengali), dies of a heart attack at 81
- Victor Sen Yung [Cheung Young], American actor (Across the Pacific, Charlie Chan in Honolulu), dies from accidental asphyxiation at 65
1980 Highlights
About November 9, 1980
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lady - Kenny Rogers
#1 Song: The Tide Is High - Blondie
