Historical Events
Mingus
Asylum Records releases "Mingus", Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell's 10th studio album
- Phyllis Newman's semi-autobiographical one-woman musical comedy "The Madwoman of Central Park West" opens at the 22 Steps Theater, NYC; runs for 85 performances on Broadway
- Sioux nation receives $100 million in compensation for Black Hills, South Dakota
Famous Birthdays
- Nila Håkedal, Norwegian beach volleyball player
Famous Deaths
- Darla Hood, American child actress (Little Rascals, The Bat), dies from acute hepatitis at 47
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About June 13, 1979
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 10 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hot Stuff - Donna Summer
#1 Song: Ring My Bell - Anita Ward
