Historical Events
- 1st test glide of space shuttle
- Randy Bachman quits band Bachman-Turner Overdrive, they then disband
Famous Birthdays
- Karine Jean-Pierre, American political operative (1st Black and LGBTQ White House Press Secretary 2022-), born in Fort-de-France, Martinique
- Michael Klim, Australian swimmer (Olympic gold 4×100m freestyle, 4×200m freestyle 2000; World C'ship gold x 7), born in Gdynia, Poland
Famous Deaths
- Henry Williamson, English author (Tarka the Otter), dies at 81
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights
About August 13, 1977
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 8 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Just Want To Be Your Everything - Andy Gibb
#1 Song: I Feel Love - Donna Summer
