Historical Events
Holmes vs. Ali
38-year-old Muhammad Ali comes out of a two-year retirement to challenge undefeated world heavyweight champion Larry Holmes at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. Ali is pounded unmercifully for ten rounds before his corner throws in the towel.
- Michael Myers (D-Pa), is 1st rep expelled in over 100 years (ABSCAM)
Famous Birthdays
- Shane Andrus, National Football League kicker
Famous Deaths
- Valentin Varlamov, Russian cosmonaut, dies at 46
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About October 2, 1980
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 6 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra
Holidays: Gandhi Jayanti (India)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Another One Bites The Dust - Queen
#1 Song: Don't Stand So Close To Me - The Police
