Historical Events
- Budweiser rocket car reaches 1190 kph (record for wheeled vehicle, disputed due to measurement methodology used)
Famous Birthdays
- Jaimee Foxworth, American actress (Family Matters, 1989-93 - "Judy"), born in Belleville, Illinois
- Matt Murley, American NHL ice hockey player (Pittsburgh Penguins, Phoenix Coyotes), born in Troy, New York
- Ryan Key, American musician and songwriter (Yellowcard), born in Jacksonville, Florida
About December 17, 1979
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 4 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Escape (The Pina Colada Song) - Rupert Holmes
#1 Song: Another Brick In The Wall (Part 2) - Pink Floyd
