What Happened on December 30, 1979

Historical Events

  • Rock group, Emerson, Lake & Palmer break up
  • Togo adopts constitution

Famous Birthdays

  • Flávio, Angolan footballer

Famous Deaths

Richard Rodgers (1902-1979)

American composer, mostly for theater (Rodgers & Hart - "Pal Joey"; "Babes In Arms"; Rodgers & Hammerstein - "Oklahoma!"; "South Pacific"; "The King And I"; "The Sound Of Music") and 1st EGOT (Emmy; Grammy; Oscar; and Tony awards winner), dies at 77

Died in 1979 1979 Highlights

About December 30, 1979

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Please Don't Go - KC And The Sunshine Band
  • UK #1 Song: Another Brick In The Wall (Part 2) - Pink Floyd