Sunday March 02, 1980: on this day

March 02, 1980 was the 62nd day of the year 1980, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is March 02, 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 March 02, 1980, who was born and died on March 02, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 02, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen), movies (e.g. Defiance, directed by John Flynn), TV series (e.g. Fox) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 2nd, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 02, 1980?


March 02, 1980 was a Sunday and it was the 62nd day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 02, 1980 can also be written as 3/2/1980 in the US and as 2/3/1980 in UK and Europe.

March 02, 1980 in March 1980 calendar

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March 02, 1980: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 02, 1980:

March 02, 1980: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 02, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 2nd is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 02, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Monkey chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 02, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Monkey personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on March 2nd, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 02, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 02, 1980 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 02, 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 March 02, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 06:41 pm and setting at 07:24 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 01, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Mar 31, 1980.

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Who was born on March 02, 1980?


Famous people born on March 02, 1980:

  • Rebel Wilson
    Rebel Wilson

    Rebel wilson is an australian actress and comedian known for her roles in movies such as pitch perfect and bridesmaids.

  • Chris Powell (personal trainer)

    Chris powell is a well-known personal trainer and transformation specialist, best known for his appearances on the reality tv show 'extreme...

  • Daphné Bürki

    Daphné bürki is a french television presenter and journalist known for her work on various talk shows and reality tv programs.

  • Bryony Gordon

    British journalist known for her work on mental health and addiction.

  • Christo Hall

    American playwright known for his thought-provoking and socially relevant plays.

  • Chris Barker

    English footballer and manager (d. 2020).

  • Sunny Lane

    American porn model and actress.

  • Vincent Walker

    American musician (suburban legends).

  • Chris Powell

    Reality star.

  • Lance Cade

    American professional wrestler (d.2010).

  • Karl Dominik

    Polish-chinese actor.

  • Édson Nobre

    Angolan footballer.

  • Ingrid Bolso Berdal
  • Diego Ciorciari
  • Eleonora Scopelliti
  • Juma Al-Wahaibi
  • Zuhal Demir

Whose famous birthday is on March 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 2nd:

  • Mikhail Gorbachev
    Mikhail Gorbachev

    Russian politician who succeeded konstantin chernenko to the post of general secretary of communist party.

  • Becky G
    Becky G

    Becky g is a rapper and singer known for her hit songs like 'shower' and 'mayores'.

  • Daniel Craig
    Daniel Craig

    Daniel craig is an english actor best known for portraying james bond in the 007 film series.

  • Jon Bon Jovi
    Jon Bon Jovi

    American singer and the star of bon jovi.

  • Method Man
    Method Man

    Method man is a rapper known for being a member of the hip-hop group wu-tang clan and for his solo career, as well as for his acting roles...

  • Lou Reed
    Lou Reed

    American rock musician, songwriter, photographer.

  • Desi Arnaz
    Desi Arnaz

    Cuban-american actor and musician.

  • Bryce Dallas Howard
    Bryce Dallas Howard

    Bryce dallas howard is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the help and jurassic world.

  • Jennifer Jones
    Jennifer Jones

    American actress who won the oscar in 1943 for best actress for her role as bernadette's first major role.

  • John Irving
    John Irving

    American novelist and best-selling author of many acclaimed novels, including "a prayer for owen meaney," the cider house rules," the hotel...

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March 02, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years and 17 days old,

or 528 months and 17 days old,

or 2298 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16088 days old,

if you were born on March 02, 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 March 02, 1980?

There are 348 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 2nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 02, 1980?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 02, 1980.

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March 02, 1980: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 02, 1980:

  • Anne Cornwall
  • Jarosław Iwaszkiewicz
  • Arlie Schardt
  • Giuseppe Toffanin
  • Baptist Reinmann

What famous deaths happened on March 2nd?

Famous deaths on March 2nd:

  • Serge Gainsbourg
    Serge Gainsbourg

    French singer and international sex icon, who was best known for his hit song "je t'aime" which he performed with jane birkin.

  • Mercedes McCambridge
    Mercedes McCambridge

    American actress known for her powerful performances in film and radio.

  • Martin Denny
    Martin Denny

    American composer and pianist (d. 2005).

  • Lyle Talbot
    Lyle Talbot

    American actor who appeared in over 150 films and television shows.

  • Randolph Scott
    Randolph Scott

    American actor, fort worth, gungho, jesse james, dies at the age of 89.

  • Anita Morris
    Anita Morris

    American actress, singer, and dancer (b. 1943).

  • Joshiah Mwangi Kariuki

    Kenyan politician and businessman who advocated for social justice.

  • Christine de Pizan

    Medieval author and poet known for her feminist writings.

  • Kaisei Kobayashi

    Renowned Japanese painter known for his landscapes and traditional art style.

  • Reginna Cassola

    Renowned Italian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 2nd

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March 02, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 02, 1980:

  • Blessed Charles the Good, Count of Flanders (+Bruges 1127)
  • Church of England - Saint Chad's Day.
  • Texas Independence Day (1836).
  • Bahá'f Faith - Beginning of the Fast (sunrise to sunset fast for 19 days).
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of 'Alá (Loftiness) - First day of the 19th month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Saints celebrated on March 02, 1980:

  • saint Jovinus
  • Saint Abdalon
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March 02, 1980: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 02, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 25th and March 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 02, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 02, 1980 was Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.

March 02, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 02, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy Little Thing Called Love youtube
  2. - Yes, I'm Ready
  3. - Do That To Me One More Time
  4. - Longer
  5. - Desire

March 02, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 02, 1980 was Too Much Too Young (The Special AKA Live! EP) by The Specials, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.

March 02, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 02, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Too Much Too Young (The Special AKA Live! EP)
  2. - Coward Of The County
  3. - I'm In The Mood For Dancing
  4. - My Girl
  5. - And The Beat Goes On

March 02, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 02, 1980 was And The Beat Goes On by The Whispers, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.

March 02, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 02, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 25th and March 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - And The Beat Goes On
  2. - Special Lady
  3. - The Second Time Around
  4. - Too Hot
  5. - Rock With You

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March 02, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 02, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Defiance

Defiance

Release year: 1980

Directed by: John Flynn

Starring: Jan-Michael Vincent, Theresa Saldana, Danny Aiello, Rudy Ramos

A Small Circle of Friends

A Small Circle of Friends

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Rob Cohen

Starring: Brad Davis, Karen Allen, Jameson Parker, Shelley Long

Action

Action

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Tinto Brass

Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore

Country: Italy

Cannibal Holocaust

Cannibal Holocaust

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Ruggero Deodato

Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile

Country: Italy

Babylon

Babylon

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Franco Rosso

Starring: Trevor Laird, Karl Howman, Ann Duncan, Brian Bovell, Brinsley Forde, Beverley Michaels, David N. Haynes, Beverley Dublin, Victor Romero Evans, Archie Pool

Country: Italy

March 02, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 02, 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:

Fox

Fox

Release year: 1980

Starring: Bernard Hill, Derrick O'Connor, Larry Lamb, Ray Winstone

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

United States

United States

Release year: 1980

Country: United States of America

Sanford

Sanford

Release year: 1980

Country: United States of America

Here's Boomer

Here's Boomer

Release year: 1980

Country: United States of America

March 02, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 02, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

How You Can Become Financially Independent By Investing In Real Estate by Albert J. Lowry

How You Can Become Financially Independent By Investing In Real Estate

By:

How to Become Financially Independent By Investing in Real Estate, covers all the most recent tax laws and shows you how you can make greater profits than ever before.

Portraits by Cynthia Freeman

Portraits

By:

In this timeless story by Cynthia Freeman, four generations of an American immigrant family are brought to life from New York's Lower East Side down to San Francisco.

Donahue by Phil Donahue

Donahue

By:

DJ price clipeed at flap. DJ has edge wear, tears and some creasing. Clean pages. Binding is tight.

James Herriot'S Yorkshire by James Herriot

James Herriot'S Yorkshire

By:

James Herriot writes of the beautiful moors, the dry-stone walls, sturdy farmhouses and gentle dales. He also mentions ruined abbeys or castles in the hills, country villages, and bracing, windy beach areas.

Princess Daisy by Judith Krantz

Princess Daisy

By:

She was born Princess Marguerite Alexandrovna Valensky. Everyone called her Daisy. She was a beautiful blonde beauty who lived in the world of aristocrats, and many wealthy people. Her father was a Russian nobleman and prince.

March 02, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 02, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Prisoner

The Prisoner

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Edu-Ware

Warlords

Warlords

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Xbox Live Arcade

Publisher: Atari

Terrorist

Terrorist

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Strategy

Publisher: Edu-Ware

Cytron Masters

Cytron Masters

Platform: Atari 400/800, Apple II

Genre: Real-time tactics

Publisher: SSI

Kaitei Takara Sagashi

Kaitei Takara Sagashi

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Action

Publisher: Namco

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Who was the US President on March 02, 1980?

On March 02, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 02, 1980?

On March 02, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 02, 1980?

On March 02, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about March 2nd?

March 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of March. 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 March 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - India-pakistan standoff 2019: indian and pakistani forces attack each other's villages and posts in kashmir, killing at most six civilians and two pakistani soldiers.
  • 2018 - 2018 ouagadougou attacks: terrorist attack on french embassy and military headquarters in ouagadougou (burkina faso) leaves 28 dead and more than 50 injured.
  • 2017 - Palmyra offensive 2017: the syrian army and its allies recapture palmyra from islamic state of iraq & the levant.

Find out more about March 2nd

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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 March 1980?

March 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.

Discover how March 1980 calendar looked like.

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