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October 04, 1981 was the 277th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is October 04, 1981 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 04, 1981, who was born and died on October 04, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 04, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. The Evil Dead, directed by Sam Raimi), TV series (e.g. Vice Versa) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 4th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 04, 1981?
- October 04, 1981: What happened on that day?
- October 04, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 04, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 04, 1981?
- October 04, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 04, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- October 04, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 04, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- October 04, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 04, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 04, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 04, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 04, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 04, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on October 04, 1981?
What day of the week was October 04, 1981?
October 04, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 277th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 04, 1981 can also be written as 10/4/1981 in the US and as 4/10/1981 in UK and Europe.
October 04, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 04, 1981:
- Donna caponi young / kathy whitworth wins portland ping team golf champ
- Meadowlands arena opens in new jersey
- Pasakevi kouna of greece (age 9) is youngest international gymnastics participant.
October 04, 1981: What were the main match results that day?
NFL - American Football
- Baltimore Colts - Buffalo Bills : 17 - 23
- Chicago Bears - Minnesota Vikings : 21 - 24
- Cincinnati Bengals - Houston Oilers : 10 - 17
- Cleveland Browns - Los Angeles Rams : 16 - 27
- Dallas Cowboys - St. Louis Cardinals : 17 - 20
October 04, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 4th 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 04, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 04, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 4th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 04, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 04, 1981 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 04, 1981 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 04, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 38% full, rising at 12:50 pm and setting at 10:37 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 14, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Oct 13, 1981.
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Who was born on October 04, 1981?
Famous people born on October 04, 1981:
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Zlatan ibrahimovic is a swedish professional soccer player known for his incredible skill, powerful shots, and charismatic personality.
- Leila Slimani
Leila slimani is a french-moroccan writer known for her bestselling novel 'lullaby' and for being awarded the prestigious prix goncourt in...
- Seth Gabel
Seth gabel is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows such as 'fringe' and 'arrow'.
- Daniel Lissing
Daniel lissing is an australian tv actor known for his role as jack thornton in the tv series when calls the heart.
- Birthe Wolter
Birthe wolter is a german actress known for her roles in various german films and television shows.
- Shaura
Japanese singer.
- Justin Williams
Canadian-american ice hockey player.
- Scott Hammond
American photographer.
- Juka
Japanese singer.
- Joe Thatcher
Baseball player.
- Lionel Mathis
- Alan John Bennett
- Noel Felix
- Sarah Siegelaar
- Iván Márquez
- Matthieu Gosztola
- Ilhan Omar
Whose famous birthday is on October 4th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 4th:
![Susan Sarandon]()
Susan SarandonAmerican actress, who is well-known for her roles in films since her 1970s debut.
![Christoph Waltz]()
Christoph WaltzChristoph waltz is an austrian actor known for his captivating performances in quentin tarantino films, particularly for his roles in...
![Alicia Silverstone]()
Alicia SilverstoneAmerican actress, producer and author.
![Dakota Johnson]()
Dakota JohnsonAmerican celebrity family, first child of actor husband don johnson and actress melanie griffith.
![Julien Clerc]()
Julien ClercFrench chanson and pop singer.
![Liev Schreiber]()
Liev SchreiberHe was an american actor on stage and screen.
![Anne Rice]()
Anne RiceAmerican writer.
![Wendy Makkena]()
Wendy MakkenaAmerican actress and dancer, known for her versatility and experience in comedy, voice-over, film and shakespeare.
![Paco León]()
Paco LeónSpanish screenwriter and producer of spanish actor.
![Melissa Benoist]()
Melissa BenoistAmerican actress and singer.
October 04, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 6 months old,
or 510 months and 16 days old,
or 2219 weeks and 6 days old,
or 15539 days old,
if you were born on October 04, 1981.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 04, 1981?
There are 167 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 4th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 04, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 04, 1981.
October 04, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 04, 1981:
- Freddie Lindstrom
Major league baseball hall of famer (born in 1905).
- Per Olof Ekström
- Čėslaŭ Sipovič
- Umberto Branzoni
What famous deaths happened on October 4th?
Famous deaths on October 4th:
![Graham Chapman]()
Graham ChapmanAn english actor and writer.
![Norman Wisdom]()
Norman WisdomEnglish actor, comedian, and singer-songwriter (b. 1915).
![Tom Bell]()
Tom BellEnglish actor on stage and in film (born 1933).
![Jill Bennett]()
Jill BennettActress (skull and hawks), dies at 58 from unknown causes.
- Evelean Rembrandt
Evelean Rembrandt was a Dutch Golden Age painter, renowned for his masterful use of light and shadow in his portraits and biblical scenes.
- Dreden Rembrandt
Dreden Rembrandt was a Dutch Golden Age painter who is generally considered one of the greatest painters in European art history.
- Wildon Rembrandt
Wildon Rembrandt was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his masterful use of chiaroscuro.
- Arles Rembrandt
A Dutch Golden Age painter, Rembrandt is known for his masterful use of light and shadow in his portraits and biblical scenes.
- Janace Joplin
Janace Joplin was an American singer and songwriter who was a major figure of the psychedelic rock era of the 1960s.
- Mercedies Sosa
Iconic Argentine singer known for her powerful voice and social activism.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 4th
October 04, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on October 04, 1981:
- World Space Week, 4-10 October
October 04, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 04, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 28th and October 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 04, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 04, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.
October 04, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 04, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 28th and October 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Christopher Cross - Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)
- Stevie Nicks - Stop Draggin' My Heart Around
- Journey - Who's Crying Now
- Ronnie Milsap - (There's) No Gettin' Over Me
October 04, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 04, 1981 was Tainted Love by Soft Cell, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.
October 04, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 04, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week September 28th and October 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Soft Cell - Tainted Love
- Adam & The Ants - Prince Charming
- Aneka - Japanese Boy
- Ottawan - Hands Up (Give Me Your Heart)
- Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Souvenir
October 04, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 04, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie, according to the R&B music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.
October 04, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 04, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week September 28th and October 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
- Carl Carlton - She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)
- Rick James - Super Freak (Part I)
- Four Tops - When She Was My Girl
- Luther Vandross - Never Too Much
October 04, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 04, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Evil Dead
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Sam Raimi
Starring: Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, Betsy Baker
Country: United States of America
Circle of Deceit
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Volker Schlöndorff
Starring: Bruno Ganz, Hanna Schygulla, Jean Carmet, Jerzy Skolimowski
Nightmare
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Romano Scavolini
Starring: Baird Stafford, Sharon Smith, C.J. Cooke, Mik Cribben
Strange Behavior
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Michael Laughlin
Starring: Michael Murphy, Louise Fletcher, Dan Shor, Fiona Lewis
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
October 04, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 04, 1981 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Vice Versa
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Brian Gilbert
Willo the Wisp
Release year: 1981
Au bon beurre
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Edouard Molinaro
Treasure Hunt
Release year: 1981
Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs
Postman Pat
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Mike Disa
October 04, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 04, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Hotel New Hampshire
By: John Irving
"The first illusion of my father was that bears could live with human beings. The second was that humans could survive living in hotels."
The Glitter Dome
By: Joseph Wambaugh
This is the most wild bar in Chinatown. Wing, the proprietor, will steal all your bar change whenever he can.
The Hite Report On Male Sexuality
By: Shere Hite
"A riveting document! "NEWSWEEKOOver 7,000 men from thirteen to ninety seven years old talk about: How they see women as wives, lovers and friends; Why a majority of men love marriage, but not
The Clowns Of God
By: Morris West
What would happen if the Roman Curia members discovered that Pope Francis was about to declare publicly that he had received a secret revelation about the future of the world?
Noble House
By: James Clavell
Hong Kong, 1963. Although the action lasts only a week, it is full of high-adventure: from murder and kidnapping to financial double-dealing, and natural disasters like fire, flood, and landslide.
October 04, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 04, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Munchkin (Europe) K.C. Munchkin! (US)
Sneakers
Spacechase
Mario
Ultima I: The First Age of Darkness
Who was the US President on October 04, 1981?
On October 04, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 04, 1981?
On October 04, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 04, 1981?
On October 04, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 4th?
October 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th 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 4th, such as:
- 2018 - Relations between india and russia: russian president vladimir putin arrives india to meet prime minister narendra modi.
- 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: hawija offensive 2017: the iraqi army, allied paramilitary fighters, and the iraqi army storm the isil-held hawija in kirkuk governorate. hawija remains one of the few remaining strongholds of isil in iraq.
- 2016 - Sectarianism and violence in pakistan: two motorcyclists open fire on a bus heading to hazara town in quetta, pakistan. the attack killed four shia hazara women and injured two others. (the daily mail, (dawn)
What happened in 1981?
1981 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Supreme Court upholds male-only draft registration, constitutional
- Piaf closes at Plymouth Theater NYC after 165 performances
- 74 government officials die in attack in Iran
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What was the calendar for October 1981?
October 1981 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.
