The #1 song on August 26, 1979

My Sharona By The Knack

Other #1 songs on August 26, 1979

UK #1 Song

We Don't Talk Anymore
Cliff Richard

#1 R&B Song

Good Times
Chic

#1 Country Song

Heartbreak Hotel
Willie Nelson and Leon Russell

#1 Dance Track

The Boss (all cuts)
Diana Ross

Notable August 26 birthdays in the 1970s

Andres Muschietti
Director
Born August 26, 1973

Kelly Fisher
Snooker Player
Born August 26, 1978

Adam Lopez
Pop Singer
Born August 26, 1975

Joaquin Furriel
TV Actor
Born August 26, 1974

Lisa Keightley
Cricket Player
Born August 26, 1971

Paula Hawkins
Novelist
Born August 26, 1972

Amaia Montero
Pop Singer
Born August 26, 1976