Historical Events
- Great Britain performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
- Sheridan Broadcasting Corp purchases Mutual Black Network
Famous Birthdays
- Emily Hampshire, Canadian actress (Schitt's Creek), born in Montreal, Québec
- Ryan Shealy, American baseball player, born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Famous Deaths
- Mary Marquet, French actress (Landru, Paris Canaille), dies at 84
- Samuel I. Newhouse Sr., American businessman and publisher (Parade, Vogue, Glamour), dies at 84
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About August 29, 1979
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Sharona - The Knack
#1 Song: We Don't Talk Anymore - Cliff Richard
