What Happened on December 19, 1977

Historical Events

  • Dutch government of Van Agt/Wiegel forms

Famous Birthdays

  • Jorge Garbajosa, Spanish basketball forward (FIBA World C'ship gold 2006; Mr. Europa 2006 Unicaja; Toronto Raptors) and executive (president Spanish Basketball Federation 2016-23), born in Madrid, Spain

Famous Deaths

  • Nellie Tayloe Ross, American educator, politician, 1st woman to serve as a governor (Wyoming, 1925-27), and administrator (Director of US Mint, 1933-53), dies at 101
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights

About December 19, 1977

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 4 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: How Deep Is Your Love - Bee Gees
  • UK #1 Song: Mull Of Kintyre/Girls' School - Wings