It is one of the few moments in life where many folks can remember exactly what they were doing. December 8, 1980, at 10:50 p.m., was one of those times. Music legend John Lennon was shot and killed.

The Beatles front man and cultural icon had been murdered on the steps of his New York home. The day of his death has become a day of mourning for a whole generation.

Do you remember where you were when John Lennon was shot? Where were you and what were you doing when you heard the news? We’d like to hear your stories and memories of how that moment affected you. How do you feel now?

Share a photo of yourself from the time and tell us where you were and how the news affected your life. Or, get on camera and send us a video recollection. Your submissions could be shown on CNN’s American Morning and be used in CNN.com coverage.

Update: Check out the CNN.com story: Culture and honesty died with Lennon