Saturday September 05, 1981: on this day

September 05, 1981 was the 248th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is September 05, 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 September 05, 1981, who was born and died on September 05, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on September 05, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. Das Boot, directed by Wolfgang Petersen), TV series (e.g. Willo The Wisp) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about September 5th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was September 05, 1981?


September 05, 1981 was a Saturday and it was the 248th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 05, 1981 can also be written as 9/5/1981 in the US and as 5/9/1981 in UK and Europe.

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September 05, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 05, 1981:

September 05, 1981: What were the magazines covers that day?

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September 05, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 5th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.

Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 05, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 05, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Rooster 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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September 05, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 05, 1981 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 05, 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 September 05, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 01:07 pm and setting at 11:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1981.

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Who was born on September 05, 1981?


Famous people born on September 05, 1981:

  • Abia Sanchez

    Notable physicist known for her research in quantum mechanics.

  • Filippo Volandri

    Italian tennis player.

  • Daniel Moreno

    Spanish professional bicyclist.

  • Beyonce Knowles

    Award-winning journalist known for her investigative reporting.

  • Isis Washington

    Isis Washington is a retired professional basketball player known for her skills on the court.

  • Kai Rüütel

    Estonian opera singer.

  • Nina Eichinger

    German actress.

  • AnnMarie

    American pornographic actress.

  • Jonathan Libby
  • Bruno Neves
  • Marcelo José Oliveira
  • Tommy Portimo
  • Ann Marie Rios
  • Michelle Cardona
  • Drew Carter
  • Christian Cellay
  • Logi Gunnarsson
  • Georgi Iliev
  • Timur Kapadze

Whose famous birthday is on September 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on September 5th:

  • Brittany Furlan
    Brittany Furlan

    Brittany furlan is a comedian and social media personality known for her popular vine videos and her comedic presence on platforms like...

  • Michael Keaton
    Michael Keaton

    Michael keaton is a versatile actor known for his roles in iconic films such as batman, beetlejuice, and birdman.

  • Hilary Mason
    Hilary Mason

    Hilary mason is a renowned american actress known for her captivating performances in a variety of films and television shows.

  • Rose McGowan
    Rose McGowan

    American singer and actress.

  • Raquel Welch
    Raquel Welch

    American actress with beautiful body (37-22-36), that graced the covers of 92 european magazines and 16 american magazines in 1966.

  • Werner Herzog
    Werner Herzog

    German screenwriter and producer of german actor.

  • Kristian Alfonso
    Kristian Alfonso

    American actress.

  • Bob Newhart
    Bob Newhart

    American comedian, actor, recording artist, and television series star.

  • Arthur Koestler
    Arthur Koestler

    Hungarian journalist, journalist, critic, and essayist.

  • Carice van Houten
    Carice van Houten

    Carice van houten is a dutch actress known for her role as melisandre in the popular tv series game of thrones.

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September 05, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 42 years 6 months old,

or 510 months and 14 days old,

or 2219 weeks and 3 days old,

or 15536 days old,

if you were born on September 05, 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 September 05, 1981?

There are 170 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday September 5th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 05, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on September 05, 1981.

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September 05, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 05, 1981:

  • Aime Maeght

    Founder of the Maeght Foundation, a renowned art gallery in France.

  • Ayatollah Ali Qoddusi

    Assassination of the prosecutor-general for iran.

  • Lydia Simoneschi

What famous deaths happened on September 5th?

Famous deaths on September 5th:

  • Gert Fröbe
    Gert Fröbe

    German actor best known for his role in james bond's james bond film "goldfinger" as auric goldfinger.

  • Hugh O'Brian
    Hugh O'Brian

    Hugh o'brian was an american actor known for his role as wyatt earp in the television series the life and legend of wyatt earp.

  • Gisele MacKenzie
    Gisele MacKenzie

    Canadian entertainer who was able to play the piano at two.

  • Leonard Katzman
    Leonard Katzman

    Television producer dies at 69.

  • Allen Funt
    Allen Funt

    Brooklyn, new york -- television host and creator (candid cam).

  • Leo Penn
    Leo Penn

    American screenwriter and actor.

  • Robert Harron
    Robert Harron

    Actor (intolerance), accidentally shot to death at 27.

  • Lakiah Shabazz

    Dedicated civil rights activist who fought for equality and justice.

  • Payslie Wilson

    Talented singer who gained fame for her powerful vocals.

  • Cullen Bohannon

    American soldier and railroad worker who played a significant role in the development of the American West.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on September 5th

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September 05, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Observances on September 05, 1981:

  • International Day of Charity
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September 05, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 05, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 31st and September 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


September 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 05, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

September 05, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on September 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 31st and September 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Endless Love
  2. - Slow Hand
  3. - Stop Draggin' My Heart Around
  4. - Urgent
  5. - (There's) No Gettin' Over Me

September 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 05, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

September 05, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on September 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 31st and September 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Green Door
  2. - Hooked On Classics
  3. - Happy Birthday
  4. - Japanese Boy
  5. - Tainted Love

September 05, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 05, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

September 05, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on September 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 31st and September 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Endless Love
  2. - She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)
  3. - Square Biz
  4. - Just Be My Lady
  5. - Lady (You Bring Me Up)

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September 05, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on September 05, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Das Boot

Das Boot

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Wolfgang Petersen

Starring: Jürgen Prochnow, Herbert Grönemeyer, Klaus Wennemann, Hubertus Bengsch

Country: United States of America

The French Lieutenant's Woman

The French Lieutenant's Woman

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Karel Reisz

Starring: Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Hilton McRae, Emily Morgan

Country: United States of America

Mommie Dearest

Mommie Dearest

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Frank Perry

Starring: Faye Dunaway, Diana Scarwid, Steve Forrest, Howard Da Silva

Country: United States of America

Raggedy Man

Raggedy Man

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Jack Fisk

Starring: Sissy Spacek, Eric Roberts, Sam Shepard, William Sanderson

Montenegro

Montenegro

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Dusan Makavejev

Starring: Susan Anspach, Erland Josephson, Per Oscarsson, Marianne Jacobi

September 05, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on September 05, 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:

Willo the Wisp

Willo the Wisp

Release year: 1981

Au bon beurre

Au bon beurre

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Edouard Molinaro

Treasure Hunt

Treasure Hunt

Release year: 1981

Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs

Postman Pat

Postman Pat

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Mike Disa

September 05, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on September 05, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Night Probe! by Clive Cussler

Night Probe!

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Heidi Milligan is a brilliant, American naval commander who accidentally finds a reference to the secret, long-buried North American Treaty. This was a landmark-breaking, precedent-setting pact between the United States and Canada.

The Glitter Dome by Joseph Wambaugh

The Glitter Dome

By:

This is the most wild bar in Chinatown. Wing, the proprietor, will steal all your bar change whenever he can.

Jane Brody'S Nutrition Book by Jane Brody

Jane Brody'S Nutrition Book

By:

Jane Brody's Nutrition Book contains a wealth of information, including calorie and nutritional charts, sample menu plans to meet special dietary requirements, and more than fifty healthy and delicious recipes, many of which are family favorites.

The Cardinal Sins by Andrew M. Greeley

The Cardinal Sins

By:

When it was first published, the Cardinal Sins became a global sensation. Andrew M. was the first to sell more than 3 million copies.

The Third Deadly Sin by Lawrence Sanders

The Third Deadly Sin

By:

Edward X. Delaney, a retired cop, takes on a female serial murderer in this spine-tingling thriller by Lawrence Sanders (New York Times bestselling author). By day she is a middle-aged secretary

September 05, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on September 05, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Astro Fantasia

Astro Fantasia

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: Data East

Armored Car

Armored Car

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Stern Electronics

Kick

Kick

Platform: Arcade (original) Commodore 64

Genre: Action

Publisher: Midway

VIC Avenger

VIC Avenger

Platform: Commodore 64, VIC-20

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Commodore International

Zarzon

Zarzon

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Fixed shooter

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Who was the US President on September 05, 1981?

On September 05, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on September 05, 1981?

On September 05, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on September 05, 1981?

On September 05, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about September 5th?

September 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of September. 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 September 5th, such as:

  • 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). a suicide attack on a hazara shi'ite wrestling club in kabul, afghanistan. a second explosion, apparently targeting journalists and emergency services, kills at most 20 people and injures 70 more.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: siege of deir ez-zor (2014-17). the 28-month-old siege of deir ez-zor, by the islamic state of iraq & the levant, is lifted by the syrian army.
  • 2016 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). two suicide bombers on foot killed at least 24 and injured 91 other people after they struck close to kabul's afghan ministry of defence. the taliban claimed responsibility for the deaths of 58 commanders and officers. a second bombing occurred shortly thereafter. (reuters) (bbc today

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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 September 1981?

September 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with September being the 9th 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 September 1981 calendar looked like.

Saturday September 5, 1981