What Happened on April 11, 1977

Historical Events

Luckenbach, Texas

"Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)" single released by Waylon Jennings (Billboard Song of the Year, 1977)

  • Ireland sets fishing zone at 50 mile

Famous Birthdays

  • DJ Fresh [Daniel Stein], British musician, DJ and record producer ("Louder"; "Hot Right Now"), born in England

Famous Deaths

  • Jacques Prévert, French poet and screenwriter (b. 1900)
  • Karen Krantzcke, Australian tennis player (Australian Open doubles 1968; Federation Cup 1970), dies of a heart attack whilst jogging at 31
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights

About April 11, 1977

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 47 years and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aries

Holidays: Easter Monday (Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Don't Give Up On Us - David Soul
  • UK #1 Song: Knowing Me Knowing You - Abba