Historical Events
Lust for Life
Iggy Pop releases his second album "Lust for Life", a collaboration with David Bowie
Famous Birthdays
- Aaron Rowand, American baseball player, born in Portland, Oregon
- Charlie Pickering, Australian comedian, born in Melbourne, Australia
- Devean George, American basketball player, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Jo Weil, German actor, born in Frankfurt, Germany
- John Patrick O'Brien, American footballer, born in Los Angeles, California
- Roy Oswalt, American baseball pitcher (MLB All-Star 2005–07; NLCS MVP 2005; NL wins leader 2004; combined no-hitter 2003; Houston Astros), born in Weir, Mississippi
Famous Deaths
- Edward Sinclair, English actor (Dad's Army), dies at 63
- Jean Hagen, actress (Dead Ringer, Shaggy Dog, Arena), dies at 54
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights
About August 29, 1977
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo
Holidays: Late Summer Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Best Of My Love - The Emotions
#1 Song: Way Down - Elvis Presley
