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October 01, 1980 was the 275th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 01, 1980 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 01, 1980, who was born and died on October 01, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 01, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Another One Bites The Dust by Queen), movies (e.g. Dostana, directed by Raj Khosla), TV series (e.g. Big City Comedy) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 1st, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 01, 1980?
- October 01, 1980: What happened on that day?
- October 01, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 01, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 01, 1980?
- October 01, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 01, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- October 01, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 01, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- October 01, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 01, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 01, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 01, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 01, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on October 01, 1980?
What day of the week was October 01, 1980?
October 01, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 275th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 01, 1980 can also be written as 10/1/1980 in the US and as 1/10/1980 in UK and Europe.
October 01, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 01, 1980:
- Cosmonauts ryumin and popov break space endurance record of 176 days.
- Associated newspapers announces that ''the evening news'' will close and merge with the ''evening standard''.
- October 1 ndash the main-belt asteroid 2404 antarctica was discovered by antonin mrkos at klet', south bohemian region, czech republic.
October 01, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 1st is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 01, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 01, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 1st, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 01, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 01, 1980 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 01, 1980 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on October 01, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 11:38 pm and setting at 03:21 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 24, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Oct 23, 1980.
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Who was born on October 01, 1980?
Famous people born on October 01, 1980:
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Sarah DrewTv actress.
- Kristian Harloff
Kristian Harloff is a journalist known for his work in the entertainment industry.
- Layla Jade
Layla jade is a british adult film actress known for her work in the adult entertainment industry.
- Antonio Narciso
Italian footballer.
- Phoemela Baranda
Filipina model and actress.
- Tosin Oke
- Juan José Ribera
- Lorenzo Kamel
- Timothy O'Donnell
- Beau Hoopman
- Mourtala Diakité
- Chloé Georges
- Berta Hernández
- Katharina Kühn
- Kelle Marie
- Sara Pinciroli
- Bruno Saltor
Whose famous birthday is on October 1st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 1st:
![Jimmy Carter]()
Jimmy CarterAmerican politician and 39th president of united states, was sworn in on 1/20/1977.
![Brie Larson]()
Brie LarsonBrie larson is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as 'room' and 'captain marvel'.
![Zach Galifianakis]()
Zach GalifianakisZach galifianakis is an american comedian and actor known for his roles in the hangover movie series and his comedic talk show between two...
![Hakeem Kae-Kazim]()
Hakeem Kae-KazimNigerian-born actor known for his roles in various films and TV series.
![Julie Andrews]()
Julie AndrewsBritish-american singer and actress with a four-octave range.
![Jeane Manson]()
Jeane MansonAmerican singer, model, and actress living in france.
![Philippe Noiret]()
Philippe NoiretFrench actor, both on tv and in film.
![Matthew Daddario]()
Matthew DaddarioMatthew daddario is a tv actor known for his role as alec lightwood in the tv series shadowhunters.
![Stella Stevens]()
Stella StevensStella stevens is an american actress, known for her roles in films such as 'the poseidon adventure' and 'the nutty professor'.
![Randy Quaid]()
Randy QuaidRandy quaid is an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'national lampoon's vacation' and 'independence day'.
October 01, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 6 months old,
or 522 months and 23 days old,
or 2273 weeks
or 15911 days old,
if you were born on October 01, 1980.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 01, 1980?
There are 160 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 1st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 01, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 01, 1980.
October 01, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 01, 1980:
- Harry Grey
What famous deaths happened on October 1st?
Famous deaths on October 1st:
![Giuliano Gemma]()
Giuliano GemmaGiuliano gemma was an italian actor known for his roles in spaghetti western films such as a pistol for ringo and day of anger.
- Richard Avedon
American photographer, best known for his commercial fashion photography and portraits that have an immediate emotional impact.
- Gamble Rogers
Award-winning investigative journalist known for his in-depth reporting.
- Idonia Glaser
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
- Fount Leakey
Known for significant fossil discoveries in Africa.
- Loui Leakey
Renowned for discoveries of early human fossils in East Africa.
- Dierre Corneille
French playwright who is considered one of the founders of French tragedy and a pioneer of the Neoclassical movement in theater.
- Spyridon Marinatos
Renowned Greek archaeologist known for his excavations at Akrotiri on the island of Santorini.
- Pavle Vuisić
Renowned Serbian playwright and screenwriter.
- Reathel Bean
Former MLB pitcher known for his successful career with the Boston Red Sox.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 1st
October 01, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 01, 1980:
- Singapore - Children's Day
- Also see October 1 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- World Vegetarian Day
- French Republican Calendar - Cuve (Barrel) Day, tenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Tuvalu - Independence Day (from Gilbert Islands (Kiribati), 1975)
- San Marino - two Captains Regent, elected by parliament, take office for six months.
- Nigeria - Independence Day (from Britain, 1960)
- People's Republic of China - National Day (1949)
- RC Church - Feast days of Saint ThTrFse de Lisieux; formerly of Saint Bavo and Saint Remigius
- Republic of Cyprus - Independence Day (from Britain, 1960)
Observances on October 01, 1980:
- International Day of Older Persons
October 01, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 01, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 29th and October 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 01, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 01, 1980 was Another One Bites The Dust by Queen, according to the music chart for the week September 29th and October 5th.
October 01, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 01, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 29th and October 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Queen - Another One Bites The Dust
- Air Supply - All Out Of Love
- Diana Ross - Upside Down
- George Benson - Give Me The Night
- Eddie Rabbitt - Drivin' My Life Away
October 01, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 01, 1980 was Feels Like I'm In Love by Kelly Marie, according to the music chart for the week September 29th and October 5th.
October 01, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 01, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 29th and October 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kelly Marie - Feels Like I'm In Love
- Randy Crawford - One Day I'll Fly Away
- The Jam - Start
- David Bowie - Ashes To Ashes
- The Police - Don't Stand So Close To Me
October 01, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 01, 1980 was Funkin' For Jamaica (N.Y.) by Tom Browne, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 29th and October 5th.
October 01, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 01, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 29th and October 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Tom Browne - Funkin' For Jamaica (N.Y.)
- Queen With Wyclef Jean Featuring Pras And Free - Another One Bites The Dust
- George Benson - Give Me The Night
- Michael Henderson - Wide Receiver (Part I)
- Zapp - More Bounch To The Ounce
October 01, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 01, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Dostana
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Raj Khosla
Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Shatrughan Sinha, Zeenat Aman, Prem Chopra
Times Square
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Allan Moyle
Starring: Tim Curry, Trini Alvarado, Robin Johnson, Peter Coffield
Foolin' Around
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Richard T. Heffron
Starring: Gary Busey, Annette O'Toole, John Calvin, Eddie Albert
Action
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore
Country: Italy
Cannibal Holocaust
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ruggero Deodato
Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile
Country: Italy
October 01, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 01, 1980 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Big City Comedy
Release year: 1980
Forgive Our Foolish Ways
Release year: 1980
Ashita no Jô 2
Release year: 1980
October 01, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 01, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Sky'S The Limit
By: Wayne Dyer
Are you ready for a new way of living? This book will teach you everything you need to realize your full potential.
The Tenth Commandment
By: Lawrence Sanders
The #1 New York Times-bestselling author shows that he is "a master of suspense" with this thriller about a covetous clergyman. (The Washington Post). Joshua Bigg is an investigator at a Manhattan law office. He spends most of his time …
The Origin
By: Irving Stone
His 1831 voyage aboard H.M.S. From his 1831 voyage aboard the H.M.S. Beagle, to his death in 1882. Charles Darwin encounters opposition and endures grueling sea journeys.
Fanny
By: Erica Jong
"A rollicking tale...a tour de force. "--Newsweek Fanny, an infant, is found on the doorstep to a country estate in Wiltshire. Her adoptive parents Lord and Lady raise her to womanhood.
October 01, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 01, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Mission Asteroid
Armor Attack
Cytron Masters
Astro Invader
Dodge 'Em
Who was the US President on October 01, 1980?
On October 01, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 01, 1980?
On October 01, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 01, 1980?
On October 01, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 1st?
October 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of October. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on October 1st, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 eastern euphrates missile strike by iran: iran launches six ballistic missiles from its territory at isil targets in eastern syria near the euphrates river valley. this is in response to the ahvaz military parade.
- 2017 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: houthi forces claim that they have taken down an american mq-9 reaper drone above the yemeni capital sana'a. saba news agency footage appears to show people gathered around the aircraft's wreckage.
- 2016 - Yemeni civil war: houthi forces launch rockets that reportedly hit hsv-2 swift, which is a military vessel belonging the united arab emirates navy. it was reportedly destroyed off the coast yemen near the strategically important port of mokha in the red sea. (reuters),
What happened in 1980?
1980 was filled with very interesting events such as
- International Decade of Water & Sanitation begins
- Sweden changes order of succession to throne
- President Carter announces US boycott of Moscow Olympics
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What was the calendar for October 1980?
October 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
