Historical Events
- American hostage Richard Queen freed by Iran militants due to illness
Famous Birthdays
- Tyson Kidd [T.J. Wilson], Canadian professional wrestler (WWE), born in Calgary, Alberta
Famous Weddings
Michael Biehn
Actor Michael Biehn (23) weds actress Carlene Olson (25)
Famous Deaths
- Bolesław Woytowicz, Polish pianist and composer, dies at 80
- Peggy Knudson, actress (April-So This is Hollywood), dies at 57
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About July 11, 1980
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Coming Up (Live At Glasgow) - Paul McCartney And Wings
#1 Song: Xanadu - Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra
