What Happened on August 27, 1976

Historical Events

  • Transsexual Renee Richards barred from competing in US Tennis Open

Famous Birthdays

  • Carlos Moyá, Spanish professional tennis player, 1995-2010 (French Open, 1998; Davis Cup, 2006), born in Palma, Spain
  • Milano Collection AT [Akihito Terui], Japanese professional wrestler, born in Morioka, Japan
Born in 1976

Famous Deaths

  • Mukesh [Mathur], Indian "playback singer" for Bollywood films, dies of a heart attack at 53
1976 Highlights

About August 27, 1976

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart - Elton John & Kiki Dee