Historical Events
- Radio Shack releases TRSDOS 2.3
Three Imaginary Boys
The Cure release their debut album "Three Imaginary Boys" (Boys Don't Cry in US, Australia)
Famous Deaths
- Talcott Parsons, American sociologist, dies at 76
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About May 8, 1979
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Reunited - Peaches & Herb
#1 Song: Bright Eyes - Art Garfunkel
