What Happened on July 2, 1977

Historical Events

Wimbledon Men's Tennis

Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Sweden's Björn Borg beats American Jimmy Connors 3-6, 6-2, 6-1, 5-7, 6-4 for the second of 5 consecutive Wimbledon singles titles

Famous Deaths

Vladimir Nabokov (1899-1977)

Russian-American novelist (Lolita, Ada), dies at 78

Died in 1977 1977 Highlights

About July 2, 1977

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 9 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Gonna Fly Now - Bill Conti
  • UK #1 Song: So You Win Again - Hot Chocolate