Famous Birthdays
- Ralph Strait, American character actor (Search for Tomorrow, 1985-86; Halloween III), born in Bradley Beach, New Jersey (d. 1992)
- Rudolf W. de Korte, Dutch businessman (Unilever, 1964-77) and politician (House of Representatives (VVD), 1977-86 & 1989-96; Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Economic Affairs, 1986-89), born in The Hague, Netherlands (d. 2020)
- Tony Warren [Anthony McVay Simpson], English actor and tv screenwriter (Coronation Street), born in Pendlebury, Lancashire (d. 2016)
About July 8, 1936
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 88 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer