Historical Events
- Fons Rademakers' film "Max Havelaar" premieres in Amsterdam
Famous Birthdays
- Brendan Kelly, American punk rock bassist and singer (The Lawrence Arms), born in Missouri
- Gerald Drummond, Costa Rican footballer, born in Limón, Costa Rica
- Jervis Drummond, Costa Rican footballer, born in Limón, Costa Rica
- Sarah Kucserka, American TV producer and screenwriter (Ugly Betty)
- Sjeng Schalken, Dutch tennis player, born in Weert, Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Asen Karastoyanov, Bulgarian composer, dies at 83
- Joaquin Zamacois Soler, Chilean-Spanish composer, dies at 81
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About September 8, 1976
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty - KC And The Sunshine Band
#1 Song: Dancing Queen - Abba
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