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Sunday August 16, 1981: on this day
August 16, 1981 was the 228th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 16, 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 16, 1981, who was born and died on August 16, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 16, 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 16th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 16, 1981?
- August 16, 1981: What happened on that day?
- August 16, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 16, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 16, 1981?
- August 16, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 16, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 16, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 16, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 16, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 16, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 16, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 16, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 16, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 16, 1981?
What day of the week was August 16, 1981?
August 16, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 228th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 16, 1981 can also be written as 8/16/1981 in the US and as 16/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 16, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 16, 1981:
- Jan stephenson wins lpga mary kay golf classic
- Mary terstegge meagher swims world record 100m butterfly
- Highest score in world cup soccer match (new zealand-13, fiji-0).
August 16, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 16th 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 16, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 16, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 16th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 16, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 16, 1981 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 16, 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 16, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 08:46 pm and setting at 08:02 am.
The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1981.
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Who was born on August 16, 1981?
Famous people born on August 16, 1981:
- Thekla Beetz
German actress known for her roles in films such as 'Victoria' and 'Cherry Blossoms'.
- Jaysun Miyares
Jaysun Miyares is an American politician who has served as the Attorney General of Virginia since 2022.
- Roque Santa Cruz
Paraguayan footballer.
- Garnet Exelby
Former NHL defenseman known for his physical play and shot-blocking abilities.
- Taylor Rain
American pornographic actress.
- Denis Gremelmayr
German male tennis player.
- Leevan Sands
- Guillermo Farré
- Lee Jung-youl
- Laura Imai Messina
Whose famous birthday is on August 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 16th:
![James Cameron]()
James CameronJames cameron is a canadian film director known for creating blockbuster movies such as titanic and avatar.
![Kathie Lee Gifford]()
Kathie Lee GiffordKathie lee gifford is a television host, singer, and author, best known for co-hosting the talk show 'live! with regis and kathie lee' and...
![Angela Bassett]()
Angela BassettAngela bassett is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films such as what's love got to do with it, waiting to exhale,...
![Steve Carell]()
Steve CarellCarell, an american actor and writer is considered one comedyaeur(tm),'s rising talents.
![Pierre Richard]()
Pierre RichardFrench film director and actor, he is considered one of the most gifted and talented comedians in france.
![Rumer Willis]()
Rumer WillisAmerican actress and singer, the child of bruce willis (and wife demi) moore.
![Vanessa Carlton]()
Vanessa CarltonVanessa carlton is a pop singer known for her hit song 'a thousand miles' and her successful music career.
![Cam Gigandet]()
Cam GigandetCam gigandet is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'the o.c.
![Clovis Cornillac]()
Clovis CornillacFrench actor in television, film and theater.
![Julie Newmar]()
Julie NewmarAmerican singer, actress, and dancer.
August 16, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 8 months old,
or 512 months and 4 days old,
or 2226 weeks and 6 days old,
or 15588 days old,
if you were born on August 16, 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 16, 1981?
There are 119 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 16, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 16, 1981.
August 16, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 16, 1981:
- Denys N. Coop
- Robert Krasker
- Gracian Botev
What famous deaths happened on August 16th?
Famous deaths on August 16th:
![Elvis Presley]()
Elvis PresleyAmerican pop singer.
![Margaret Mitchell]()
Margaret MitchellAmerican author of "gone with the wind", a book she wrote over ten years.
![Peter Fonda]()
Peter FondaAmerican actor, screenwriter, and producer.
![Stewart Granger]()
Stewart GrangerTall, dark, and debonair, this british actor was a major adventure star in the 1950s.
![Amanda Blake]()
Amanda BlakeAmerican actress gunsmoke dies at the age of 60.
![Phil Leeds]()
Phil LeedsAmerican actor (d. 1998).
![William Windom]()
William WindomAmerican actor (d. 2012).
![Anna Kashfi]()
Anna KashfiActress from india-america (d. 2015).
![Louis Jouvet]()
Louis JouvetFrench theatre director, designer, stage worker, teacher, and stage administrator before his film and acting careers.
![John Hurley]()
John HurleyAt 45, a song writer (son a preacher man) dies.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 16th
August 16, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 16, 1981:
- RC saints: feast day of Saint Stephen I of Hungary; Saint Roch (helps against plague and skin diseases)
- USA: legal holiday in Vermont for the Battle of Bennington in 1777 (which actually took place in the state of New York)
- Palio dell'Assunta in Siena
- Eastern Orthodox: commemoration of the translation of the Acheiropoietos icon which means "Not made by hands", (also known as the Mandelion; now lost) from Edessa to Constantinople on 16 August 944
August 16, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 16, 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 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 16, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 16, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 16, 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 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 16, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 16, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 16, 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 16, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 16, 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 16, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 16, 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 16, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 16, 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 16, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 16, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Free Fall In Crimson
By: John D. MacDonald
Free Fall in Crimson, a classic crime novel by a beloved master of fiction, features Travis McGee, a hardboiled detective who lives in a houseboat.
The Glitter Dome
By: Joseph Wambaugh
This is the most wild bar in Chinatown. Wing, the proprietor, will steal all your bar change whenever he can.
Cujo
By: Stephen King
Cujo, Stephen King's #1 National Bestseller for his rabid fans, "hits the Jugular" (New York Times), with the story about a friendly Saint Bernard who is bitten by an ill bat.
Gorky Park
By: Martin Cruz Smith
"Brilliant . . . enough enigmas in enigmas in enigmas to reel in the mind."-The New YorkerTriple murder at Moscow amusement center: Three corpses were found frozen in snow. Faces
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.
August 16, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 16, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Battle of Atlantis
Eliminator
Castle Wolfenstein
SwordThrust
Zarzon
Who was the US President on August 16, 1981?
On August 16, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 16, 1981?
On August 16, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 16, 1981?
On August 16, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 16th?
August 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 washington veterans day parade: president donald trump's planned military parade on november 10, 2018, has been postponed by the united states department of defense until 2019. estimates for the parade's costs have increased from $12 million up to $92 million.
- 2017 - Confederate memorials and monuments being removed: several confederate monuments were taken down in baltimore, maryland overnight, including the stonewall jackson and robert e. lee monuments, confederate soldiers and sailors monuments, confederate women's monuments, and roger b. taney sculpture. on august 14, the baltimore city council unanimously approved the removal of the monuments.
- 2016 - To launch airstrikes against syria, the russian air force uses an iranian airbase near hamadan.
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.
