What Happened on September 26, 1977

Historical Events

  • British airline entrepreneur Sir Freddie Laker begins cut-rate "Skytrain" service, London to New York
  • Cleveland Browns play their 1st overtime game, beat Patriots 30-27

Famous Deaths

  • Ernie Lombardi, American Baseball HOF catcher (8 × MLB All-Star; World Series 1940; NL MVP 1938; Cincinnati Reds, Boston Braves, NY Giants), dies at 69
Died in 1977 1977 Highlights

About September 26, 1977

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Star Wars Theme/Cantina Band - Meco
  • UK #1 Song: Way Down - Elvis Presley