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May 10, 1980 was the 131st day of the year 1980, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 10, 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 10, 1980, who was born and died on May 10, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 10, 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 10th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 10, 1980?
- May 10, 1980: What happened on that day?
- May 10, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 10, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 10, 1980?
- May 10, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 10, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- May 10, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 10, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- May 10, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 10, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 10, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 10, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 10, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on May 10, 1980?
What day of the week was May 10, 1980?
May 10, 1980 was a Saturday and it was the 131st day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 10, 1980 can also be written as 5/10/1980 in the US and as 10/5/1980 in UK and Europe.
May 10, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 10, 1980:
- Happy new year closes at morosco theater nyc after 17 performances
May 10, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 10th 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 10, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 10, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 10th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 10, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 10, 1980 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 10, 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 10, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 03:35 am and setting at 04:44 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 10, 1980?
Famous people born on May 10, 1980:
- Jaymarie Wambach
Jaymarie Wambach is a retired American soccer player who played as a forward, and is the all-time leading scorer for the United States...
- Akaya Yamakawa
Talented photographer capturing urban landscapes with a unique perspective.
- Zaho
Zaho is a french-algerian r&b singer known for her hit singles and collaborations with other popular artists.
- Lovel Nyarko
Former Ghanaian soccer player who played as a midfielder.
- Nicolas Touzaint
Nicolas touzaint is a french equestrian known for his success in eventing, including winning individual gold at the 2004 olympics.
- Sydney Wan
Cybersecurity expert specializing in network security and threat analysis.
- Namitha Kapoor
Indian actress.
- Jurdan Martitegi
- Alberto Marchesan
- Tommy Øren
- Mary Whipple
- Josh Young
- Anatolij Poljakov
- Ol'ga Zabelinskaja
- Madeleine Sami
- Jaco Peyper
- Karoline Dyhre Breivang
- Carlos Bueno
Whose famous birthday is on May 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 10th:
![Atul Kulkarni]()
Atul KulkarniAn Indian actor who has appeared in numerous Bollywood and Marathi films, as well as television shows.
![Sid Vicious]()
Sid ViciousBritish punk rocker, with the "sex pistols" band.
![Marie-France Pisier]()
Marie-France PisierFrench actress and director, born in vietnam to her father.
![Marina Vlady]()
Marina VladyFrench actress and blond international star.
![Wayne Dyer]()
Wayne DyerAmerican motivational speaker and author of self-help.
![Kenan Thompson]()
Kenan ThompsonKenan thompson is an american actor best known for his work on the sketch comedy show saturday night live.
![Emmanuelle Devos]()
Emmanuelle DevosFrench actress, the daughter of marie henriau.
![Rick Santorum]()
Rick SantorumAmerican republican party politician.
![Ettore Scola]()
Ettore ScolaItalian director of film and tv.
May 10, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 11 months old,
or 527 months and 14 days old,
or 2293 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16055 days old,
if you were born on May 10, 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 10, 1980?
There are 16 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 10, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 10, 1980.
May 10, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 10, 1980:
- Freeman Tilden
Noted author and interpreter of American national parks.
- Emiel Faignaert
- Henri Crémieux
- Kálmán Konrád
- Leslie Copus Peltier
What famous deaths happened on May 10th?
Famous deaths on May 10th:
![Joan Crawford]()
Joan CrawfordJoan crawford was an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films such as 'mildred pierce' and 'whatever happened to baby...
![Susan Oliver]()
Susan OliverAmerican actress, one the most well-known faces on tv.
![Sylvia Syms]()
Sylvia SymsAmerican jazz singer (born 1917).
![Carol Haney]()
Carol HaneyPantomime quiz: dancer dies at 35.
![Deborah Walley]()
Deborah WalleyBridgeport, connecticut -- actress (mothers in law, beach blanket).
- Paul Revere
American silversmith and patriot who alerted the colonial militia to the approach of British forces before the battles of Lexington and...
- Lieutenant General Thomas J. Jackson
Renowned Confederate general during the American Civil War, nicknamed 'Stonewall' for his steadfast leadership.
- Bassheva Rabinovitch
Pioneering physicist who made significant advancements in quantum mechanics.
- Mihailo Obrenović
Ruler of Serbia known for modernizing the country.
- Lucion Benedict
British physicist known for his research in quantum mechanics.
May 10, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 10, 1980:
- Buddha's Birthday in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South Korea.
- The first possible day on which Pentecost may fall.
- Akshaya Tritya in Hinduism.
- Astronomy Day in the United States.
- Birds' and Trees' Day in Hungary
- Memorial Day of Blessed Damien of Moloka'i
- Celebration of the Clandestine Retreat of Ma'at and Ra in Ancient Egypt.
- Constitution Day in the Federated States of Micronesia.
- Inauguration Day in South Africa.
- Mania (mythology) in Ancient Rome.
Observances on May 10, 1980:
- International Day of Argania
Saints celebrated on May 10, 1980:
- Saint Gordianus
- Saint Isidore the Laborer
- Saint John of Avila
- Saint Job
- Saint Quaratus and Quintus
- Saint Peter Van
- Saint William of Pontoise
- Saint Francis of Assisi
- Saint Solange
- Saint Epimachus
May 10, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 10, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 10, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 10, 1980 was What's Another Year by Johnny Logan, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.
May 10, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 10, 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 10, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 10, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Third Wave
By: Alvin Toffler
The Third Wave is a remarkable reflection of the devastating changes that are sweeping our planet. The Third Wave's comprehensive synthesis sheds new light on the dramatic changes in our world and on the new forms of family and marriage.
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.
Random Winds
By: Belva Plain
This is a powerful epic that takes you from a small village in New York at the turn of the century to war-torn London. From the bedsides of the rural poor, to the urgent need for a New York City …
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.
Portraits
By: Cynthia Freeman
In this timeless story by Cynthia Freeman, four generations of an American immigrant family are brought to life from New York's Lower East Side down to San Francisco.
May 10, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 10, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Computer Conflict
Star Castle
Network
Astro Fighter
Wizard of Wor
Who was the US President on May 10, 1980?
On May 10, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 1980?
On May 10, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 10, 1980?
On May 10, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 10th?
May 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th 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 10th, such as:
- 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb (2002 to present): four hostages held in northern burkina faso are freed by french naval commandos. two french commandos were killed in the rescue operation. two frenchmen, who were kidnapped in benin may 1, and two women, one american and one south korean, were among those released.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the hamas-run ministry of health reports that 2,064 unarmed protesters were killed by live gunshots and 1,094 died from gas suffocation. [http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-05/11/c_137172334.htm (xinhuanet)senior hamas member yehiyeh sinwar suggests that tens of thousands of palestinian protestors may try to cross the border fence between israel and the gaza strip.
- 2017 - Pope francis will canonize two children who saw fatima from visions.
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.
