Historical Events
Heaven's Gate
"Heaven's Gate" film directed by Michael Cimino, starring Kris Kristofferson and Christopher Walken premieres - one of the biggest box office bombs ever
Brett AL MVP
Despite missing 45 games, George Brett wins AL MVP
Famous Birthdays
- Denny Hamlin, American auto racer (Daytona 500 2016, 19, 20), born in Tampa, Florida
- Dustin Kensrue, American singer- songwriter (Thrice), born in Irvine, California
- François Duval, Belgian rally driver
- Junichi Okada, Japanese pop singer (V6), and actor, born in Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
- Luke Chadwick, English footballer
Famous Deaths
- Conn Smythe, Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame team owner (Toronto Maple Leafs 1927-61; Stanley Cup x 8), dies of heart failure at 85
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About November 18, 1980
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lady - Kenny Rogers
#1 Song: The Tide Is High - Blondie
