Historical Events
- "The Source," 1st computer public information service, goes on-line
- Mariners draft Al Chambers #1
- Wings release "Back to the Egg" album
Famous Birthdays
- Derek Trucks, American guitarist and founder of Grammy Award-winning The Derek Trucks Band (Tedeschi Truck Band), born in Jacksonville, Florida
Famous Deaths
- Herb Polesie, producer/playwright (20 Questions), dies at 79
- Louis Palange, American arranger, classical music and film score composer (Hollywood Panorama; King Dinosaur), and conductor, dies at 61
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About June 8, 1979
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 10 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Love You Inside Out - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Sunday Girl - Blondie
