What Happened on March 15, 1977

Historical Events

  • "Eight is Enough" premieres on ABC-TV
  • TV comedy "Three's Company" starring John Ritter, Suzanne Somers, and Joyce DeWitt, premieres on ABC in US
  • US House of Representatives begins 90 day test of televising its sessions

Famous Birthdays

  • Brian Tee, American actor
  • Joe Hahn, American musician and turntablist (Linkin Park), born in Dallas, Texas

Famous Deaths

  • Antonino Rocca, Italian-Argentine professional wrestler, dies at 49
  • Hubert Aquin, French Canadian novelist, political activist and editor, dies at 47
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights

About March 15, 1977

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 1 month and 12 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Evergreen (Love Theme From "A Star Is Born") - Barbra Streisand
  • UK #1 Song: Chanson D'amour - Manhattan Transfer