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May 09, 1980 was the 130th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 09, 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 09, 1980, who was born and died on May 09, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 09, 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 9th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 09, 1980?
- May 09, 1980: What happened on that day?
- May 09, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 09, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 09, 1980?
- May 09, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 09, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- May 09, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 09, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- May 09, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 09, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 09, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 09, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 09, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 09, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on May 09, 1980?
What day of the week was May 09, 1980?
May 09, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 09, 1980:
- 35 motorists die as a liberian freighter rams a tampa bay bridge
- In florida, united states, liberian freighter mv collides with the sunshine skyway bridge over tampa bay, making a 1,400-ft. section of the southbound span collapse. thirty-five people in six cars and a greyhound bus fall 150 ft. into the water and die.
- In norco, california, united states, five masked gunmen hold up a security pacific bank, leading to a violent shoot-out and one of the largest pursuits in california history. two of the gunmen and one police officer are killed and thirty-three police and civilian vehicles are destroyed in the chase.
May 09, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 9th 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 09, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 09, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 9th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 09, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 09, 1980 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 09, 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 09, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 02:59 am and setting at 03:32 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 09, 1980?
Famous people born on May 09, 1980:
- Jo Hyun-jae
South korean actor and singer.
- Grant Hackett
Australian swimmer.
- Tony Schmidt
German race car driver.
- Angela Nikodinov
American figure skater.
- Tatewin Means
Miss south dakota teen usa (1996).
- Angela Nikodinov in Spartanburg
South carolina; figure skater (1997 pacific senior champion).
- Pat Contri
Youtube star.
- Lee Chun-heon
- Estíbaliz Martínez
- Norihiro Nishi
- Anti Saar
- Maciej Szmatiuk
- Erik Bosgraaf
- Zoran Zeljkovič
- Aleksej Voevoda
- Gaëtan Bucki
- Carlos Casteglione
- Chupe
Whose famous birthday is on May 9th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 9th:
![Noah Centineo]()
Noah CentineoNoah centineo is a popular tv actor known for his roles in teen romantic comedies and dramas.
![Albert Finney]()
Albert FinneyAlbert finney was a british actor known for his roles in films such as tom jones, erin brockovich, and murder on the orient express.
![Rosario Dawson]()
Rosario DawsonRosario dawson is an american actress known for her roles in movies such as 'rent', 'sin city', and 'men in black ii'.
![Billy Joel]()
Billy JoelAfter 15 years of preparation, an american singer was inducted into the songwriters hall of fame.
![John Corbett]()
John CorbettJohn corbett is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as sex and the city and northern exposure.
![Candice Bergen]()
Candice BergenAmerican actress and model.
![Pierre Desproges]()
Pierre DesprogesFrench humorist, well-known for his elaborate, eloquent, and, above all, vicious diatribes that criticize everything and everyone.
![Kevin Peter Hall]()
Kevin Peter HallActor harry & hendersons, dies from aids at age 35.
![Glenda Jackson]()
Glenda JacksonBritish actress, internationally recognized, who won the ny film classics award for 1971, an emmy in 1972 for "queen elizabeth", and oscars...
![Joan Sims]()
Joan SimsActress (carry on behind carry on cleo).
May 09, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 11 months old,
or 527 months and 7 days old,
or 2292 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16048 days old,
if you were born on May 09, 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 09, 1980?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 9th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 09, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 09, 1980.
May 09, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 09, 1980:
- Kate Molale
South african politician and activist (d. 1980).
- Lucien Pasteur
- Joseph Breitbach
What famous deaths happened on May 9th?
Famous deaths on May 9th:
![Lena Horne]()
Lena HorneAmerican actress and singer with depth and character.
![Alice Faye]()
Alice FayeAmerican actress and singer (d. 1998).
![Marion Lorne]()
Marion LorneActress (aunt clara bewitched), dies in 1981.
![Alan King]()
Alan KingAmerican screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 2004).
![Elizabeth Wilson]()
Elizabeth WilsonAmerican actress (d. 2015).
- Joahan Christoph Friedrich von Schiller
German poet, philosopher, and playwright known for his works such as William Tell.
- Elliett Grant Watson
Renowned biologist known for contributions to evolutionary theory.
- Elizabth Neuffer
Renowned journalist known for her coverage of war and conflict zones.
- Niquita Burrell
American singer known for her soulful voice and hit songs.
May 09, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 09, 1980:
- Russia and some other parts of the former Soviet Union ? Victory Day as the end of the "Great Patriotic War".
- Our Lady of Flanders
- Roman Empire ? Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).
- Jersey, Guernsey ? Liberation Day (commemorating the end of the German Occupation of the Channel Islands during World War II).
- European Union ? Europe day, commemorating the "Schuman declaration".
Saints celebrated on May 09, 1980:
- Saint Tudi
- Saint Pachomius (died 346)
- Saint Gerontius (died 501)
- Saint Carolina
May 09, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 09, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 09, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 09, 1980 was What's Another Year by Johnny Logan, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 09, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 09, 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 09, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 09, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Ninja
By: Eric Van Lustbader
It is a riveting tale of hate and revenge that is as gripping as any story you'll ever read. "NEWS RECORDThis story is about Nicholas Linnear. He's half-Oriental and half-Caucasian. A man trapped between East and West.
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 …
Princess Daisy
By: Judith Krantz
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.
Anatomy Of An Illness
By: Norman Cousins
Norman Cousins' groundbreaking, best-selling book on how to combat life-threatening illnesses through humor is Anatomy of an Illness. It was written by a patient who spoke for the first time.
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
May 09, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 09, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Armor Attack
Star Castle
Cheeky Mouse
Balloon Bomber
Berzerk
Who was the US President on May 09, 1980?
On May 09, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 09, 1980?
On May 09, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 09, 1980?
On May 09, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 9th?
May 9th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 9th 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 9th, such as:
- 2019 - North korean missile testing: south korean military claims north korea launched an "unidentified" projectile into the sea. this marks the second north korean weapons test in one week.
- 2018 - Terrorism and violence in indonesia: five officers were killed in a jakarta detention center for terrorists' revolt while a sixth was held hostage. negotiators agree to an audience with the rioters as well as aman abdurrahman (an inmate who heads isil in indonesia), according to a request.
- 2017 - Syria-united states relations, turkey-united states relations: president donald trump approves an arms agreement with the syrian kurds to aid the syrian democratic forces against the islamic state of iraq (isil) despite opposition from turkey.
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.
