Q: What day of the week was January 16, 1980?

January 16, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 16th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar. January 16, 1980 can also be written as 1/16/1980 in the US and as 16/1/1980 in UK and Europe.

Q: January 16, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 16th is Capricorn . Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry . Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

Q: January 16, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 16, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal .

Q: January 16, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?

The moon phase on January 16, 1980 was New Moon . The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 16, 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 January 16, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:52 am and setting at 04:59 pm. The previous full moon was on Jan 02, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Feb 01, 1980.

Q: How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 16, 1980?

There are 266 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 16th 2025.

Q: What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 16, 1980?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 16, 1980.

Question 1

What day of the week was January 16, 1980?

Accepted Answer

January 16, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 16th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 16, 1980 can also be written as 1/16/1980 in the US and as 16/1/1980 in UK and Europe.

Question 2

January 16, 1980: What happened on that day?

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Here's what happened on January 16, 1980:

Paul mccartney jailed in tokyo for 10 days on marijuana possession

Question 3

January 16, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?

Accepted Answer

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 16th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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Question 4

January 16, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Accepted Answer

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 16, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

Question 5

January 16, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?

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The moon phase on January 16, 1980 was New Moon. The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 16, 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 January 16, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:52 am and setting at 04:59 pm. The previous full moon was on Jan 02, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Feb 01, 1980.

Question 6

Who was born on January 16, 1980?

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Famous people born on January 16, 1980:

Lin-Manuel Miranda Lin-manuel miranda is a tony award-winning actor, composer, and lyricist, best known for creating and starring in the hit broadway musical...
Albirta Pujols Albirta Pujols is a Dominican-American professional baseball first baseman and designated hitter.
Josealberto Pujols Josealberto Pujols is a Dominican-American professional baseball first baseman and designated hitter who has played in Major League Baseball...
Audris Pujols Legendary baseball player known for his powerful hitting and consistent performance.
Seydou Keita Seydou Keita is a retired Malian footballer known for his successful career at FC Barcelona.
Michelle Wild Michelle wild is a hungarian former adult film actress known for her work in the adult entertainment industry.
Alyssa Edwards Alyssa Edwards is a renowned drag queen and performer, known for her appearances on 'RuPaul's Drag Race'.
Seydou Keita (footballer)
Lars Bak
Felicia Di Bari
Alex Mastromarino
Michael Lipman
Yuki Tsuchihashi

Question 7

Whose famous birthday is on January 16th?

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Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 16th:

James May James may is a british television presenter, journalist, and writer, best known for co-presenting the motoring show top gear.
Vijay Sethupathi Vijay sethupathi is an indian actor known for his work in tamil cinema, gaining recognition for his versatile performances and...
Sidharth Malhotra Sidharth malhotra is an indian actor known for his work in bollywood films.
Richard Bohringer French-senegalese singer, actor, poet, and father to actress romane bohringer.
Katy Jurado Katy jurado was a mexican actress known for her roles in classic western films such as high noon and broken lance.
Josh Evans American actor, and a well-known family member, is the son of bob evans and ali mcgraw.
John Carpenter American director of "dark star", "halloween", 1978, and "starman", 1984.
Debbie Allen American actress and dancer, younger sister to phylicia rashad.
Ricardo Darín Argentinian actor, director, and screenwriter.
Laura Schlessinger American radio personality and counselor.

Question 8

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 16, 1980?

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There are 266 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 16th 2025.

Question 9

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 16, 1980?

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You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 16, 1980.

Question 10

January 16, 1980: What famous people died on that day?

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Famous people died on January 16, 1980:

Anna van Wageningen-Salomons Dut author (unspoilt dream), is killed at 94.
Benjamín Palencia

Question 11

What famous deaths happened on January 16th?

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See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 16th

Carole Lombard American actress.
John Mortimer British screenwriter, barrister and author.
Bernard Lee London, england -- actor in james bond movies (m).
Prem Nazir Malayalam actor (born in 1926).
Akaya Kabila Former President of a country in Africa.
Alver Lindgren Prolific playwright known for his impactful dramas.
Rodrigues Alves Former President of Brazil known for modernizing the country's infrastructure.
Ndrew Wyeth Renowned American realist painter known for his rural landscapes and portraits.
Marjorie Williams Marjorie Williams was an American journalist and political columnist who wrote for publications such as Vanity Fair and The Washington Post.

Question 12

January 16, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?

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Holidays on January 16, 1980:

National Religious Freedom Day in the United States, to commemorate the adoption of Thomas Jefferson's landmark Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom in 1786
Teacher's Day in Thailand

Question 13

January 16, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

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The number 1 song in the USA on January 16, 1980 was Rock With You by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

Question 14

January 16, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

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The music chart in the USA on January 16, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

Rock With You by Michael Jackson
Do That To Me One More Time by Captain and Tennille
Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes
Coward Of The County by Kenny Rogers
Send One Your Love by Stevie Wonder

Question 15

January 16, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

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The number 1 song in the UK on January 16, 1980 was Brass In Pocket by The Pretenders, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

Question 16

January 16, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

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The music chart in the UK on January 16, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

Brass In Pocket by The Pretenders
Another Brick In The Wall by Pink Floyd
With You I'm Born Again by Billy Preston & Syreeta
I Have A Dream by Abba
My Girl by Madness

Question 17

January 16, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

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The number 1 R&B song on January 16, 1980 was Rock With You by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

Question 18

January 16, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

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The R&B music chart on January 16, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

Rock With You by Michael Jackson
Do You Love What You Feel by Rufus And Chaka Khan
Peanut Butter by Twennynine Featuring Lenny White
I Wanna Be Your Lover by Prince
Move Your Boogie Body by Bar-Kays

Question 19

January 16, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?

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The most popular movies on January 16, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Fog by John Carpenter
American Gigolo by Paul Schrader
Fatso by Anne Bancroft
Action by Tinto Brass
Cannibal Holocaust by Ruggero Deodato

Question 20

January 16, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

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The most popular TV Series on January 16, 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:

Anna by Jorge Dorado
Emilia by Diogo M Borges
Lord Schmetterhemd by
The Bill Tush Show by
Galactica 1980 by

Question 21

January 16, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?

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The most popular and best selling books in 1980 were:

The Dead Zone by Stephen King
Triple by Ken Follett
Smiley'S People by John le Carré
Sophie's Choice by William Styron
War and Remembrance by Herman Wouk

Question 22

January 16, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

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The most popular videogames on January 16, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Windfall (Apple II - Edu-Ware)
Space Firebird (Arcade game - JP Nintendo; NA Sega-Gremlin)
Rally-X (Arcade, Various - JP Namco; NA Midway)
Golf (Atari 2600 - Atari)
Terrorist (Apple II - Edu-Ware)

Question 23

Who was the US President on January 16, 1980?

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On January 16, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Question 24

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 16, 1980?

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On January 16, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Question 25

Who was the Pope on January 16, 1980?

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On January 16, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.

Question 26

What is special about January 16th?

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January 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of January. 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 January 16th, such as:

2019 - Manbij bombing: a suicide attack by isil in manbij, syria causes at least 19 deaths. two u.s. soldiers, one pentagon civilian and a civilian contractor were among the casualties. three other service members were also reported to have been wounded.
2018 - Aftermath of the caracas helicopter accident: yesterday's firefight between the venezuelan army and the venezuelan government resulted in oscar perez being killed. perez's family killed two police officers, seven members of his group, and six other members.
2017 - Syrian civil war: deir ez-zor offensive (january-february 2017: isil's third attack on the syrian government's forces within the city of deir ez-zor reportedly divides the government-held area in half. according to the government, the attack involves approximately 14,000 isil fighters.

Find out more about January 16th

Question 27

What happened in 1980?

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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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Question 28

What was the calendar for January 1980?

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January 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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. Discover how January 1980 calendar looked like.