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Monday August 10, 1981: on this day
August 10, 1981 was the 222nd day of the year 1981, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 10, 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 August 10, 1981, who was born and died on August 10, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. Body Heat, directed by Lawrence Kasdan), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 10, 1981?
- August 10, 1981: What happened on that day?
- August 10, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 10, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 10, 1981?
- August 10, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 10, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 10, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 10, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 10, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 10, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 10, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 10, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 10, 1981?
What day of the week was August 10, 1981?
August 10, 1981 was a Monday and it was the 222nd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 10, 1981 can also be written as 8/10/1981 in the US and as 10/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 10, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 10, 1981:
- Coca-cola bottling co agrees to pump $34 million into black business
- The richard nixon museum in san clemente closes.
- Murder of adam walsh: the head of john walsh's son is found. this inspires the creation of the television series america's most wanted and the national center for missing & exploited children.
August 10, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 10, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 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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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 10, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 10, 1981 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 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 August 10, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 80% full, rising at 04:14 pm and setting at 02:06 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 17, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Aug 15, 1981.
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Who was born on August 10, 1981?
Famous people born on August 10, 1981:
- Jennifer Hyman
Jennifer Hyman is the co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, a fashion rental company.
- Natsumi Abe
Japanese actress and singer (morning musume def.
- Taufik Hidayat
Indonesian badminton player.
- Manila Luzon
Reality star.
- Yaani King
American actress.
- Guillaume Elmont
Dutch martial artist.
- Jon Prescott
American actor.
- Malek Mouath
Saudi arabian footballer.
- Mark Bautista
- Katherine Boecher
- Vítor Lima
- Daniel Oprița
- Line Viken
- Lorena Zaffalon
- Enrico Audenino
- Sergej Baranov
- Lynn Chircop
Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:
![Mahesh Babu]()
Mahesh BabuMahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.
![Justin Theroux]()
Justin TherouxJustin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...
![Antonio Banderas]()
Antonio BanderasHe was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.
![Norma Shearer]()
Norma ShearerNorma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
![Rosanna Arquette]()
Rosanna ArquetteAmerican actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.
![Angie Harmon]()
Angie HarmonAngie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.
![Devon Aoki]()
Devon AokiDevon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.
![Eddie Fisher]()
Eddie FisherAmerican crooner from the 1950's.
![Rhonda Fleming]()
Rhonda FlemingAmerican actress.
![Diane Venora]()
Diane VenoraAmerican actress.
August 10, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 8 months old,
or 512 months and 9 days old,
or 2227 weeks and 4 days old,
or 15593 days old,
if you were born on August 10, 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 August 10, 1981?
There are 113 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 10, 1981.
August 10, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 10, 1981:
- Josef Hauser
- Dušan Popov
- Alan Lascelles
What famous deaths happened on August 10th?
Famous deaths on August 10th:
![Isaac Hayes]()
Isaac HayesAmerican singer, composer and black performer.
![Raquel Torres]()
Raquel TorresRaquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.
![Dick Foran]()
Dick ForanFlemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).
![Rex Cherryman]()
Rex CherrymanAmerican actor (born 1897).
- Laylin Olsen
Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.
- Zema Williams
Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.
- Sayeed Abubakar
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Alleta Jacobs
Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.
- Lysbeth de Vos
Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
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August 10, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 10, 1981:
- Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
- Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
- Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
- St. Deusdedit
- Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
- St. Blaan
August 10, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 10, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 10th and August 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 10, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 10, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 10, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Kenny Rogers - I Don't Need You
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
- Oak Ridge Boys - Elvira
August 10, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 10, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 10, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakin' Stevens - Green Door
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Hooked On Classics
- Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday
- Aneka - Japanese Boy
- Soft Cell - Tainted Love
August 10, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 1981 was I'm In Love by Evelyn King, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 10, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 10, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Evelyn King - I'm In Love
- Stacy Lattisaw - Love On A Two Way Street
- Teena Marie - Square Biz
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
- Cheryl Lynn - Shake It Up Tonight
August 10, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 10, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Body Heat
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lawrence Kasdan
Starring: William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Richard Crenna, Ted Danson
Country: United States of America
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
Heartbreak High
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Mark Warren
Starring: John Vernon, Norman Fell, Robert Forster, Thom Haverstock
An American Werewolf in London
Release year: 1981
Directed by: John Landis
Starring: David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Joe Belcher, Griffin Dunne
Country: United States of America
Prince of the City
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Sidney Lumet
Starring: Treat Williams, Jerry Orbach, Richard Foronjy, Don Billett
August 10, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 10, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The White Hotel
By: D.M. Thomas
It's a dream of inexplicable violence and electrifying eroticism, as a young woman recounts it to her analyst, Sigmund Fréud. It's a disturbing, but not overtly graphic account of the Holocaust.
The Cardinal Sins
By: Andrew M. Greeley
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 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
You Can Negotiate Anything
By: Herb Cohen
Herb Cohen believes that the world is a huge negotiating table. And, whether you like it or not: You are a negotiator. You can deal with your spouse, boss or bank manager, your children, solicitor or department store manager.
The Covenant
By: James A. Michener
James A. Michener's epic chronicle of South Africa tells the story of adventurers and scoundrels and ministers. It is an epic tale about two continents that have built an empire from vast wilderness.
August 10, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 10, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
VIC Avenger
Asylum
Computer Baseball
Robby Roto
Ultima I: The First Age of Darkness
Who was the US President on August 10, 1981?
On August 10, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1981?
On August 10, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 10, 1981?
On August 10, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 10th?
August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th day of the month of August. 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 August 10th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
- 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
- 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.
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 August 1981?
August 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
