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May 02, 1980 was the 123rd day of the year 1980, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 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 May 02, 1980, who was born and died on May 02, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 02, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Call Me by Blondie), movies (e.g. The Big Red One, directed by Samuel Fuller), TV series (e.g. The Stockard Channing Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 2nd, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 02, 1980?
- May 02, 1980: What happened on that day?
- May 02, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 02, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 02, 1980?
- May 02, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 02, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- May 02, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 02, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- May 02, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 02, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 02, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 02, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 02, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 02, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on May 02, 1980?
What day of the week was May 02, 1980?
May 02, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 02, 1980:
- Joseph doherty and three other irish republican army men arrested for murder.
- Us performs nuclear test at nevada test site.
- Pope john paul ii begins african tour.
May 02, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 2nd is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 02, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 02, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 2nd, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 02, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 02, 1980 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 02, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 09:12 pm and setting at 08:19 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1980 while the next full moon would come on May 29, 1980.
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Who was born on May 02, 1980?
Famous people born on May 02, 1980:
![Ellie Kemper]()
Ellie KemperEllie kemper is an american actress best known for her role as erin hannon on the television series the office and as the title character in...
- Sarahbeth Levine
Sarahbeth Levine is an American entrepreneur and the co-founder of the online education platform Coursera.
- Kahne Busch
Kahne Busch is an American professional stock car racing driver who competes in the NASCAR Cup Series.
- Maudry Gonzalez
Maudry Gonzalez was a Mexican politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies for her country.
- Rivan Levy
Rivan Levy is an Israeli entrepreneur and the co-founder of Playtika, a leading mobile gaming company.
- Shevawn Miller
Captures stunning landscapes in her photography.
- Haly Nash
Captures stunning landscapes in black and white photography.
- Miia Saarinen
Miia Saarinen is a Finnish entrepreneur and the co-founder of Supercell, a mobile game development company.
- Shamal Abeysinghe
Shamal Abeysinghe is the founder and CEO of a successful Sri Lankan logistics and supply chain company.
- Nezar Mansour
Nezar Mansour is a successful entrepreneur who founded a e-commerce platform in North Africa.
- Ladan Nikravan
Ladan Nikravan is an Iranian-American entrepreneur and the co-founder of Tavaana, an e-learning platform for civic education in the Middle...
- Brad Richards
Canadian ice hockey player.
- Jarion Flores
Jarion Flores is a robotics engineer who has designed and developed advanced robotic systems.
- Troy Murphy
American basketball player.
- Camar Toure
Camar Toure is a Malian politician who has served as a member of the National Assembly of Mali.
- Alegandra Sánchez
Alegandra Sánchez is a Chilean politician who has served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies since 2017.
- Cian Ducrot
Contemporary writer known for his novels exploring themes of identity and culture.
- Zat Knight
English footballer.
- Artūras Masiulis
Lithuanian basketball player.
- Pierre-Luc Gagnon
Canadian skateboarder.
Whose famous birthday is on May 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 2nd:
![Lesley Gore]()
Lesley GoreLesley gore was an american pop singer known for her hit song 'it's my party' and for being a prominent figure in the 1960s music scene.
![David Suchet]()
David SuchetDavid suchet is an english actor and producer best known for his portrayal of agatha christie's detective hercule poirot in the long-running...
![Dwayne Johnson]()
Dwayne JohnsonCanadian actor, producer and professional wrestler from american/canadian.
![Christine Baranski]()
Christine BaranskiChristine baranski is a renowned american actress known for her roles in movies and television, including her portrayal of diane lockhart in...
![Serge Reggiani]()
Serge ReggianiItalian/french singer and actor.
![Satyajit Ray]()
Satyajit RayIndian filmmaker, widely regarded as one the greatest auteurs in world cinema.
![Mitzi Kapture]()
Mitzi KaptureMitzi Kapture is an actress best known for her role in the TV series 'Silk Stalkings'.
![Kay Panabaker]()
Kay PanabakerAmerican actress.
![Brian Aherne]()
Brian AherneBritish-american actor who made his acting debut in 1923.
![Brian Tochi]()
Brian TochiAmerican actor, who has been a guest-star and starring role on many television series throughout his career.
May 02, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 11 months old,
or 527 months and 21 days old,
or 2294 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16062 days old,
if you were born on May 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 May 02, 1980?
There are 9 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 2nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 02, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 02, 1980.
May 02, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 02, 1980:
- Miroslav Sasek
Renowned illustrator known for his 'This is.
- George Pal
Hungarian-american animator and producer (d. 1980).
- Clarrie Grimmett
New zealand-australian cricketer (b. 1891).
- Alioune Diop
- Théophile Alajouanine
- André-Marie Mbida
What famous deaths happened on May 2nd?
Famous deaths on May 2nd:
![Maidie Norman]()
Maidie NormanMaidie norman was an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'what ever happened to baby jane?' and 'the long, hot summer'.
![Oliver Reed]()
Oliver ReedBritish actor.
![Lynn Redgrave]()
Lynn RedgraveBritish-american actress, rachel kempson, is the daughter of sir michael redgrave, an actor from bristol, and rachel kempson, actress from...
![Caryl Chessman]()
Caryl ChessmanAmerican homicide.
![Michael Hordern]()
Michael HordernHertfordshire (england) -- actor (friar doingo-shogun).
![Gene Raymond]()
Gene RaymondNyc, new york -- actor.
![Efrem Zimbalist]()
Efrem ZimbalistJr.
- Vincenta Da Vinci
Renowned Italian artist known for iconic works like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.
- Leonardo da Vinci
A renowned Renaissance polymath, known for his masterpieces such as the 'Mona Lisa' and 'The Last Supper', as well as his groundbreaking...
May 02, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 02, 1980:
- Indonesia - Indonesia National Education Day
- Iran - Teacher's Day
- Slovenia - second day of Labour Day
- Madrid Region - Day of the Region.
- Poland - Flag Day, an official holiday to honour the Flag of Poland
- Bahá'f Faith: Last day of the Festival of Ridván
Observances on May 02, 1980:
- World Tuna Day
Saints celebrated on May 02, 1980:
- Saint Zoe
- Saint Mafalda
- Saint Waldebert, Walbert or Gaubert
- Saint Germanus
- Saints Exuperius and Zoe
- Saint Boris
- Saint Athanasius
- saint tsar Boris
May 02, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 02, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 28th and May 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 02, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 02, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.
May 02, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 02, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blondie - Call Me
- Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind
- Air Supply - Lost In Love
- Billy Preston - With You I'm Born Again
- Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)
May 02, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 02, 1980 was Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl by The Detroit Spinners, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.
May 02, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 02, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Detroit Spinners - Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl
- Liquid Gold - Dance Yourself Dizzy
- The Jam - Going Underground / Dreams Of Children
- Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
May 02, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 02, 1980 was Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2) by The Isley Brothers, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.
May 02, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 02, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Isley Brothers - Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2)
- Leon Haywood - Don't Push It Don't Force It
- The Whispers - Lady
- The Brothers Johnson - Stomp
- Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
May 02, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 02, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Big Red One
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Samuel Fuller
Starring: Lee Marvin, Mark Hamill, Robert Carradine, Bobby Di Cicco
Country: United States of America
Fame
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Alan Parker
Starring: Eddie Barth, Irene Cara, Lee Curreri, Laura Dean
Country: United States of America
Humanoids from the Deep
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Barbara Peeters, Jimmy T. Murakami
Starring: Doug McClure, Ann Turkel, Vic Morrow, Cindy Weintraub
Country: United States of America
Breaker Morant
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Bruce Beresford
Starring: Edward Woodward, Jack Thompson, John Waters, Bryan Brown
The Long Riders
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Walter Hill
Starring: David Carradine, Stacy Keach, Dennis Quaid, Keith Carradine
May 02, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 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:
The Stockard Channing Show
Release year: 1980
Directed by: *
Fox
Release year: 1980
Starring: Bernard Hill, Derrick O'Connor, Larry Lamb, Ray Winstone
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Righteous Apples
Release year: 1980
Starring: George M. Chappell
Country: United States of America
May 02, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 02, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Bleeding Heart
By: Marilyn French
Victor and Dolores, both parents who were successful in their careers and both living in England, without their families. Both are old enough to be able to meet up on the train to Oxford.
Creek Mary'S Blood
By: Dee Brown
Creek Indian Mary Musgrove's remarkable story and the lives of her descendants through two centuries. In Creek Mary's blood, Dee Brown fictionalizes this amazing true story
Nothing Down
By: Robert G. Allen
Robert Allen's Nothing Down For the '90s is a bestseller that has sold more than one million copies. It may have helped more people to succeed in real estate than any other book.
The Devil'S Alternative
By: Frederick Forsyth
Frederick Forsyth, #1 New York Times Bestseller, delivers a terrifyingly possible novel about international terrorism and impending warfare... The Russian people are facing starvation, so the Politburo faces a daunting task:
Kane & Abel
By: Jeffrey Archer
William Lowell Kane, and Abel Rosnovski were both born on the same day. One was the son of a Boston millionaire while the other was a penniless Polish immigrant. Two men were born on the opposite sides of the Atlantic …
May 02, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 02, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Rally-X
Phoenix
Missile Command
Midway Campaign
Berzerk
Who was the US President on May 02, 1980?
On May 02, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 02, 1980?
On May 02, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 02, 1980?
On May 02, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 2nd?
May 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of May. 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 May 2nd, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 north indian ocean cyclone season: evacuation of around 800,000 people is in progress as extremely serious cyclonic storm fani moves toward odisha (formerly orissa). it is expected to landfall friday with winds of more than 200 km/h (127mph).
- 2018 - Basque conflict: the basque separatist group eta, which waged an insurgency versus spain between 1959-2011, announces its total dissolution.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: according the syrian observatory for human rights (syrian observatory for human rights), at least 38 people were killed in the attack by isil militants on a camp for displaced syrians and iraqi refugees located near al-shaddadah governorate, al-hasakah governorate.
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 May 1980?
May 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
