Sunday May 10, 1981: on this day

May 10, 1981 was the 130th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 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 May 10, 1981, who was born and died on May 10, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 10, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Morning Train (Nine To Five) by Sheena Easton), movies (e.g. Escape from New York, directed by John Carpenter), TV series (e.g. Okres Na Severu) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 10th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 10, 1981?


May 10, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 130th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 10, 1981 can also be written as 5/10/1981 in the US and as 10/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

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May 10, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 10, 1981:

  • Amy alcott wins lpga lady michelob golf tournament.
  • Francois mitterrand wins the presidential election and becomes the first socialist president of france in the french fifth republic.

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May 10, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 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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Discover the planets positions on May 10th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 10, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 10, 1981 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 10, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 12:00 pm and setting at 02:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on May 19, 1981.

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Who was born on May 10, 1981?


Famous people born on May 10, 1981:

  • Samul Eto'o

    Cameroonian former professional footballer who played as a striker and is considered one of the greatest African players of all time.

  • Humberto Suazo

    Chilean footballer.

  • Samuel Dalembert

    Haitian-canadian basketball player.

  • Nicky Whelan

    Australian actress and model.

  • Moisés Dueñas
  • Nicolás Frutos
  • Katori Hall
  • Leon Johnson
  • Peter Kiška
  • Ersid Ljuca
  • Dmytro Lysenko
  • Ersin Mehmedović
  • Arkadiusz Gołaś
  • Tom Vek
  • Péter Ács
  • Pina Picierno
  • Mohammed Rabia Al-Noobi
  • Koko Archibong

Whose famous birthday is on May 10th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 10th:

  • Atul Kulkarni
    Atul Kulkarni

    An Indian actor who has appeared in numerous Bollywood and Marathi films, as well as television shows.

  • Sid Vicious
    Sid Vicious

    British punk rocker, with the "sex pistols" band.

  • Marie-France Pisier
    Marie-France Pisier

    French actress and director, born in vietnam to her father.

  • Marina Vlady
    Marina Vlady

    French actress and blond international star.

  • Wayne Dyer
    Wayne Dyer

    American motivational speaker and author of self-help.

  • Kenan Thompson
    Kenan Thompson

    Kenan thompson is an american actor best known for his work on the sketch comedy show saturday night live.

  • Emmanuelle Devos
    Emmanuelle Devos

    French actress, the daughter of marie henriau.

  • Rick Santorum
    Rick Santorum

    American republican party politician.

  • Ettore Scola
    Ettore Scola

    Italian director of film and tv.

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May 10, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 42 years 11 months old,

or 515 months and 9 days old,

or 2240 weeks and 5 days old,

or 15685 days old,

if you were born on May 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 May 10, 1981?

There are 21 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, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 10, 1981.

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May 10, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 10, 1981:

  • José Carlos Castillo García-Tudela
  • Nikolaj Tiščenko
  • Ismail di Johor
  • Mario Orazio Perelli

What famous deaths happened on May 10th?

Famous deaths on May 10th:

  • Joan Crawford
    Joan Crawford

    Joan 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 Oliver

    American actress, one the most well-known faces on tv.

  • Sylvia Syms
    Sylvia Syms

    American jazz singer (born 1917).

  • Carol Haney
    Carol Haney

    Pantomime quiz: dancer dies at 35.

  • Deborah Walley
    Deborah Walley

    Bridgeport, 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.

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May 10, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 10, 1981:

  • 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, 1981:

  • International Day of Argania

Saints celebrated on May 10, 1981:

  • 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
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May 10, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 10, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 4th and May 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 10, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 10, 1981 was Morning Train (Nine To Five) by Sheena Easton, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 10, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 10, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Morning Train (Nine To Five)
  2. - Just The Two Of Us
  3. - Being With You
  4. - Angel Of The Morning
  5. - Bette Davis Eyes youtube

May 10, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 10, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 10, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 10, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stand And Deliver
  2. - Stars On 45
  3. - You Drive Me Crazy
  4. - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
  5. - Making Your Mind Up

May 10, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 10, 1981 was Sukiyaki by A Taste Of Honey, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 10, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 10, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Sukiyaki
  2. - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
  3. - Just The Two Of Us
  4. - How 'bout Us
  5. - Being With You

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May 10, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 10, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Escape from New York

Escape from New York

Release year: 1981

Directed by: John Carpenter

Starring: Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence

Country: United States of America

Outland

Outland

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Peter Hyams

Starring: Sean Connery, Frances Sternhagen, Peter Boyle, James Sikking

Country: United States of America

Light Years Away

Light Years Away

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Alain Tanner

Starring: Trevor Howard, Mick Ford, Bernice Stegers, Henri Virlojeux

Laawaris

Laawaris

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Prakash Mehra

Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Zeenat Aman, Rakhee Gulzar, Amjad Khan

Attack Force Z

Attack Force Z

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Tim Burstall

Starring: John Phillip Law, Mel Gibson, Sam Neill, Chris Haywood

May 10, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 10, 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:

Okres na severu

Okres na severu

Release year: 1981

Hindsight

Hindsight

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Lee Hyun Seung

Belle and Sebastian

Belle and Sebastian

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Nicolas Vanier

Baila Comigo

Baila Comigo

Release year: 1981

May 10, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 10, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Century by Fred Mustard Stewart

Century

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A century of passion is captured in a thrilling epic novel that spans the globe, from Sicilian prison cells to Fifth Avenue mansions. This is the story about an indomitable woman who lives from Brooklyn to Hollywood.

The Last Mafioso by Ovid Demaris

The Last Mafioso

By:

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God Emperor Of Dune by Frank Herbert

God Emperor Of Dune

By:

Dune is alive and well after hundreds of years. Leto, the son and savior of Dune, is alive, but far from human. This is the fate of all humanity

Creation by Gore Vidal

Creation

By:

A sweeping novel of politics, war, philosophy, and adventure-in a restored edition, featuring never-before-published material from Gore Vidal's original manuscript-Creation offers a captivating grand tour of the ancient world.Cyrus

Tar Baby by Toni Morrison

Tar Baby

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Tar Baby, Toni Morrison's reimagining of love is ravishingly beautiful and emotionally explosive. Jadine is a black fashion model who has a white patron and white boyfriend.

May 10, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 10, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Munchkin (Europe) K.C. Munchkin! (US)

Munchkin (Europe) K.C. Munchkin! (US)

Platform: Philips Videopac (Europe) Magnavox Odyssey² (US)

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Philips, Magnavox

President Elect

President Elect

Platform: Apple II series, Atari ST series, Commodore 64, and DOS

Genre: Political simulation game

Publisher: Strategic Simulations, Inc.

Protector

Protector

Platform: Atari 8-bit

Genre: action

Publisher: Synapse Software

Oo-Topos

Oo-Topos

Platform: Apple II (original) Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, MS-DOS

Genre: Interactive fiction

Publisher: Polarware

Skeet Shoot

Skeet Shoot

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Sports (skeet shooting)

Publisher: Games by Apollo

history

Who was the US President on May 10, 1981?

On May 10, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 1981?

On May 10, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 10, 1981?

On May 10, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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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.

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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 May 1981?

May 1981 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.

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