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May 08, 1980 was the 129th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 08, 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 08, 1980, who was born and died on May 08, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Call Me by Blondie), movies (e.g. The Shining, directed by Stanley Kubrick), 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 8th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 08, 1980?
- May 08, 1980: What happened on that day?
- May 08, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 08, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 08, 1980?
- May 08, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 08, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- May 08, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 08, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- May 08, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 08, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 08, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 08, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 08, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on May 08, 1980?
What day of the week was May 08, 1980?
May 08, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 08, 1980:
- World health organization announces smallpox has been eradicated.
- The eradication of smallpox is endorsed by the world health organization.
- The world health organization confirms the eradication of smallpox.
May 08, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th 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 08, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 08, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 08, 1980 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 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 08, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 02:20 am and setting at 02:21 pm.
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 08, 1980?
Famous people born on May 08, 1980:
- Keyion Dooling
Former NBA player known for his defensive skills.
- Panagiotis Kafkis
Greek basketball player.
- Benny Yau
Hong kong-canadian actor and singer.
- Michelle McManus
Scottish singer-songwriter and actress.
- Evgeny Lebedev
Russian-english publisher and philanthropist.
- Kimberlee Peterson
American actress.
- Micah Sloat
- Kumiko Itō
Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:
![Enrique Iglesias]()
Enrique IglesiasSpanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.
![Don Rickles]()
Don RicklesDon rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.
![Melissa Gilbert]()
Melissa GilbertMelissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.
![Gary Glitter]()
Gary GlitterGary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).
![Nora Arnezeder]()
Nora ArnezederFrench singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.
![David Attenborough]()
David AttenboroughNaturalist and broadcaster in english.
![Lex Barker]()
Lex BarkerAmerican actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.
![Christina Cole]()
Christina ColeEnglish actress.
![James Mitchum]()
James MitchumRobert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.
![Salome Jens]()
Salome JensMilwaukee actor.
May 08, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 11 months old,
or 527 months and 17 days old,
or 2294 weeks
or 16058 days old,
if you were born on May 08, 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 08, 1980?
There are 13 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 08, 1980.
May 08, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 08, 1980:
- Geoffrey Baker
English field marshal and chief of the general staff of the british army (d. 1980).
- Perdigão Queiroga
What famous deaths happened on May 8th?
Famous deaths on May 8th:
![Dirk Bogarde]()
Dirk BogardeHe was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.
![George Peppard]()
George PeppardAmerican actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.
![Barbara Payton]()
Barbara PaytonAmerican actress, onscreen since 1940.
![Jeanne Cooper]()
Jeanne CooperMinneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).
![Dennis Waterman]()
Dennis WatermanEnglish actor and singer (b. 1948).
![Richard Derr]()
Richard DerrActor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.
- Luceil LeSueur
Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.
- Maurice Sendak
Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...
- Celedonio Romero
Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.
- Jing Yong
Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.
May 08, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 08, 1980:
- Parents' Day in South Korea
- Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
- VE Day
- World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
Observances on May 08, 1980:
- Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War
Saints celebrated on May 08, 1980:
- Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
- Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
- Saint Ida of Nivelles
May 08, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 08, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 5th and May 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 08, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 08, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 08, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. 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 08, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1980 was What's Another Year by Johnny Logan, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 08, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 08, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnny Logan - What's Another Year
- Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
- Hot Chocolate - No Doubt About It
- Paul McCartney - Coming Up
- Michael Jackson - She's Out Of My Life
May 08, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 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 May 5th and May 11th.
May 08, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 08, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. 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
- Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
- Smokey Robinson - Let Me Be The Clock
May 08, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 08, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Shining
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Stanley Kubrick
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers
Country: United States of America
The Final Countdown
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Don Taylor
Starring: Kirk Douglas, Martin Sheen, Katharine Ross, James Farentino
Country: United States of America
B.C. Rock
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Picha
Starring: Richard Darbois, Georges Aminel, Roger Carel, Jacques Ferrière
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
May 08, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 08, 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 Adventure Game
Release year: 1980
Written by: Patrick Dowling
Starring: Chris Lever, Charmian Gradwell, Bill Homewood
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
May 08, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 08, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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 …
Back Bay
By: William Martin
Meet the Pratt Clas. Driven men. Women who are determined. They would follow a Paul Revere treasure through six generations of turmoil. They would turn a family secret into a destructive obsession.
No Love Lost
By: Helen Van Slyke
NO LOVE LOST is Helen Van Slyke at its best: A wonderful family story that spans three generations of extraordinarily different wives. Written with Van Slyke’s keen understanding of the human condition, this is Helen Van Slyke at their best.
The Bourne Identity
By: Robert Ludlum
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER He has no memory. His bullet-ridden body was taken from the Mediterranean Sea. Plastic surgery has altered his face.
Sophie's Choice
By: William Styron
Three stories are told: A young Southerner is determined to be a writer. There's also a love-hate relationship between a brilliant Jew, and a beautiful Polish woman. And finally, there's a terrible wound from the past of that woman that …
May 08, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 08, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Heli Fire
Spectar
Rogue
SOS
Pelé's Soccer
Who was the US President on May 08, 1980?
On May 08, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 1980?
On May 08, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 08, 1980?
On May 08, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 8th?
May 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
- 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
- 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.
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.
