Historical Events
Steelers Defeat Raiders
AFC Championship, Oakland Coliseum: Pittsburgh Steelers beat Oakland Raiders, 24-13
Music History
Murray Schisgal's stage comedy "All Over Town", directed by Dustin Hoffman, opens at the Booth Theatre, NYC; runs for 233 performances
- NFC Championship, Metropolitan Stadium, Bloomington: Minnesota Vikings beat Los Angeles Rams, 14-10
Famous Birthdays
- Brad Hodge, Australian cricketer (promising Victorian middle-order batsman), born in Sandringham, Australia
- James Darling, American football linebacker (Philadelphia Eagles), born in Denver, Colorado
- Mekhi Phifer, American actor, born in Manhattan, New York
- Richmond "Richie" Sexson, American baseball player, born in Portland, Oregon
About December 29, 1974
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 3 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds - Elton John
#1 Song: Lonely This Christmas - Mud
