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April 11, 1980 was the 102nd day of the year 1980, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.
Is April 11, 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 April 11, 1980, who was born and died on April 11, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 11, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Another Brick In The Wall (Part II) by Pink Floyd), movies (e.g. Kagemusha, directed by Akira Kurosawa), 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 April 11th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 11, 1980?
- April 11, 1980: What happened on that day?
- April 11, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 11, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 11, 1980?
- April 11, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 11, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- April 11, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 11, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- April 11, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 11, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 11, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 11, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 11, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 11, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on April 11, 1980?
What day of the week was April 11, 1980?
April 11, 1980 was a Friday and it was the 102nd day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 11, 1980 can also be written as 4/11/1980 in the US and as 11/4/1980 in UK and Europe.
April 11, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 11, 1980:
- Paul mccartney releases coming up
- American equal employment opportunity commission regulates sexual harrassment.
April 11, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 11th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 11, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 11, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 11th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 11, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 11, 1980 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 11, 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 April 11, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 03:22 am and setting at 03:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Mar 31, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Apr 30, 1980.
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Who was born on April 11, 1980?
Famous people born on April 11, 1980:
- Mark Teixeira
American baseball player.
- Keiji Tamada
Japanese footballer.
- Festus Baise
Nigerian-hong kong footballer.
- Fran Estévez
Whose famous birthday is on April 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 11th:
![Jeremy Clarkson]()
Jeremy ClarksonJeremy clarkson is a british journalist known for co-presenting the popular tv show top gear.
![Vincent Gallo]()
Vincent GalloAmerican actor, director, and musician, known for his controversial and avant-garde work.
![Lisa Stansfield]()
Lisa StansfieldBlue zone is an english singer-songwriter/actress.
![Joel Grey]()
Joel GreyAmerican actor, comedian, and dancer.
![Natacha Régnier]()
Natacha RégnierBelgian actress.
![Bill Irwin]()
Bill IrwinAmerican actor, choreographer, clown and mime, who combined his talents in creating characters for comedy skits.
![Kelli Garner]()
Kelli GarnerAmerican actress.
![Morgan Lily]()
Morgan LilyAmerican actress.
![David Banner]()
David BannerDavid banner is a rapper known for his hit single 'like a pimp' and for his activism in social and political issues.
![AJ Michalka]()
AJ MichalkaAj michalka is a musician known for her work as one half of the musical duo aly & aj.
April 11, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years and 8 days old,
or 528 months and 8 days old,
or 2297 weeks
or 16079 days old,
if you were born on April 11, 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 April 11, 1980?
There are 357 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 11th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 11, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 11, 1980.
April 11, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 11, 1980:
- Birt Llewellyn
Birt Llewellyn was a Welsh chemist who made significant contributions to the understanding of the structure and properties of organic...
- Ümit Kaftancıoğlu
Turkish journalist and producer (b. 1935).
![Charlotte Henry]()
Charlotte Henry- Florence Lake
What famous deaths happened on April 11th?
Famous deaths on April 11th:
![Jonathan Winters]()
Jonathan WintersAmerican comedian and master of mimicry.
![Harry Secombe]()
Harry SecombeBritish entertainer, known as the "nicest man in british showbiz.
![Cathy O'Donnell]()
Cathy O'DonnellAmerican actress (born in 1923).
![Kent Taylor]()
Kent TaylorActor (boston blackie rough riders), died at 79.
- Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut was an American novelist, essayist, and playwright known for his satirical literary style and his anti-war views.
- Maurice Hilleman
Maurice Hilleman was an American microbiologist who developed over 40 vaccines, including those for measles, mumps, hepatitis A, hepatitis...
- Kypton Vonnegut
Kypton Vonnegut was a renowned American novelist and short story writer, celebrated for his satirical and darkly humorous works.
- Llewelyn Llywelyn
Medieval Welsh prince who was the last sovereign prince of Wales before its conquest by Edward I of England.
- Hiliary Koprowski
Renowned virologist known for his work on developing the first successful live polio vaccine.
- Novi Levi
Novi Levi was an Italian essayist and Holocaust survivor whose writings examined the human experience and moral dilemmas.
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April 11, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 11, 1980:
- Juan Santamarfa Day, anniversary of his death in the Battle of Rivas (State holiday in Costa Rica).
- The Feast Day of Martyr Antipas in the Greek Orthodox Church.
Saints celebrated on April 11, 1980:
- Saint Stanislas
- Saint Godeberta
- Saint Gemma of Lucca
- Saint Danidl of Grimbergen
April 11, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 11, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 7th and April 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 11, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 11, 1980 was Another Brick In The Wall (Part II) by Pink Floyd, according to the music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 11, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 11, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)
- Blondie - Call Me
- Spinners - Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me Girl (Medley)
- Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind
- Kool & The Gang - Too Hot
April 11, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 11, 1980 was Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl by The Detroit Spinners, according to the music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 11, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 11, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Detroit Spinners - Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl
- Liquid Gold - Dance Yourself Dizzy
- Blondie - Call Me
- The Jam - Going Underground / Dreams Of Children
- Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
April 11, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 11, 1980 was Stomp by The Brothers Johnson, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.
April 11, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 11, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Brothers Johnson - Stomp
- 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 Gap Band - I Don't Believe You Want To Get Up An Dance (Oops!)
- Michael Jackson - Off The Wall
April 11, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 11, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Kagemusha
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Tatsuya Nakadai, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Ken'ichi Hagiwara, Jinpachi Nezu
Country: United States of America
Where the Buffalo Roam
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Art Linson
Starring: Peter Boyle, Bill Murray, Bruno Kirby, Rene Auberjonois
Country: United States of America
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
Babylon
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Franco Rosso
Starring: Trevor Laird, Karl Howman, Ann Duncan, Brian Bovell, Brinsley Forde, Beverley Michaels, David N. Haynes, Beverley Dublin, Victor Romero Evans, Archie Pool
Country: Italy
April 11, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 11, 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
Rate mal mit Rosenthal
Release year: 1980
April 11, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 11, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
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.
Memories Of Another Day
By: Harold Robbins
"Robbins grabs and holds the reader ..." -Publishers Weekly His characters are compelling, his dialog is dramatic, and he has a simple style.
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.
Triple
By: Ken Follett
A New York Times bestseller of terror and suspense from the author of A Column of Fire, World Without End and The Pillars of the Earth. As Egypt gets closer to developing a nuclear weapon, the Mossad’s top-ranking Israeli agent …
April 11, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 11, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Monster (Videopac)
Crazy Balloon
Computer Bismarck
Network
Dodge 'Em
Who was the US President on April 11, 1980?
On April 11, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 11, 1980?
On April 11, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 11, 1980?
On April 11, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 11th?
April 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of April. 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 April 11th, such as:
- 2019 - The sudanese army surrounds the capital khartoum's presidential palace and takes control of state media buildings. this is amid protests against president omar al-bashir. a number of senior ministers, including abdel rahim mohammed hussein, were reportedly detained.
- 2018 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: royal saudi air defense intercepts an ballistic missile from yemen that was fired over riyadh, saudi arabia. this caused panic among residents. houthis claim they launched several burkan-2 missiles against targets in saudi arabia including oil facilities owned by saudi aramco. two qasef-1 drones operated by houthis were also shot down by saudi air defenses close to the border.
- 2017 - Russian military intervention in syria, syrian civil war: according to russia's defence ministry, two soldiers were killed in a mortar attack in syria. another soldier was injured. the ministry didn't specify the date or location of the attack. (radio free europe/radio liberty). 18 members of syria's democratic forces were mistakenly killed by an airstrike led by the us in an attempt to kill isis soldiers.
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 April 1980?
April 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
