Famous Birthdays
Michelle Williams (42 years old)
American actress (Dawson's Creek), born in Kalispell, Montana
- Todd Coffey, American baseball player, born in Forest City, North Carolina
Famous Deaths
- Harold Clurman, American theatrical producer and director (Deadline at Dawn), dies at 78
- John Howard Griffin, American photographer, journalist and author (Black Like Me), dies from complications of diabetes at 60
1980 Highlights
About September 9, 1980
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 4 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Upside Down - Diana Ross
#1 Song: Feels Like I'm In Love - Kelly Marie