Thursday July 16, 1981: on this day

July 16, 1981 was the 197th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is July 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 July 16, 1981, who was born and died on July 16, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 16, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes), movies (e.g. Ticket to Heaven, directed by Ralph L. Thomas), TV series (e.g. Okres Na Severu) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 16th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 16, 1981?


July 16, 1981 was a Thursday and it was the 197th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 16, 1981 can also be written as 7/16/1981 in the US and as 16/7/1981 in UK and Europe.

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July 16, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 16, 1981:

  • India performs nuclear test
  • Shukuni sasaki spins 72 plates simultaneously.
  • Mahathir bin mohamad becomes malaysia's 4th prime minister; his 22 years in office, ending with retirement on 31 october 2003, made him asia's longest-serving political leader.
  • July 21 ampndash england become the first team this century to win a test match after following on when they beat australia by 18 runs at headingley cricket ground, leeds, england.
  • Hyatt regency walkway collapse: two skywalks filled with people at the hyatt regency hotel in kansas city, missouri collapse into a crowded atrium lobby, killing 114.
  • Israeli aircraft bomb beirut, destroying multi-story apartment blocks containing the offices of plo associated groups, killing approximately 300 civilians and resulting in worldwide condemnation and a u.s. embargo on the export of aircraft to israel.
  • In bolivia, general luis gracia meza leads a bloody coup d'état against the elected government of lidia gayler.

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July 16, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 16th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 16, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 16, 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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July 16, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 16, 1981 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 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 July 16, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 08:08 pm and setting at 05:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 17, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jul 17, 1981.

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Who was born on July 16, 1981?


Famous people born on July 16, 1981:

  • Zachrey Randolph

    Zachrey Randolph is a former American professional basketball player who played in the NBA for 17 seasons.

  • Robert Kranjec

    Slovenian ski jumper.

  • Giuseppe Di Masi

    Italian footballer.

  • Vicente Rodríguez

    Spanish footballer.

  • Maher Zain

    R&b singer.

  • Adam Elenbaas

    American astrologer, practicing in washington dc.

  • Taylor Kinney

    Actor.

  • Michelle Morgan
  • Ashley McElhiney
  • Desmond Penigar
  • Tani Stafsula
  • Vicente
  • Zong Lei
  • Kaká
  • Jukka Koskinen
  • Bruno Mascarenhas

Whose famous birthday is on July 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 16th:

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Katrina Kaif
    Katrina Kaif

    Katrina kaif is a british actress and model known for her work in bollywood films.

  • Corey Feldman
    Corey Feldman

    Corey feldman is a well-known american actor and musician, best known for his roles in popular 1980s films such as the goonies and stand by...

  • Phoebe Cates
    Phoebe Cates

    Phoebe cates is a former american actress known for her roles in popular 1980s films such as 'fast times at ridgemont high' and 'gremlins'.

  • Will Ferrell
    Will Ferrell

    American comedian and actor who started his career on "saturday night live.

  • Ginger Rogers
    Ginger Rogers

    American actress and dancer, rogers was a glamour queen who wore chic clothes and sounded down-to-earth vowels.

  • Michael Flatley
    Michael Flatley

    A talented irish-american dancer taps at a staggering 28 taps per second.

  • Rubén Blades
    Rubén Blades

    Actor and singer-songwriter from panama.

  • Chris Pontius
    Chris Pontius

    American actor and jackass cast member.

  • Faye Grant
    Faye Grant

    American actress.

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July 16, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 42 years 9 months old,

or 513 months and 9 days old,

or 2232 weeks

or 15624 days old,

if you were born on July 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 July 16, 1981?

There are 82 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 16, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 16, 1981.

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July 16, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 16, 1981:

  • Harry Chapin
    Harry Chapin

    American singer, musician, trumpeter, and guitarist.

  • Zella Allen Dixon

    Zella Allen Dixon was a renowned singer known for her powerful voice.

  • Ioan Maria Duma
  • Will Hudson
  • Maurice Mathieu
  • Nívio
  • Antoine de Lévis Mirepoix

What famous deaths happened on July 16th?

Famous deaths on July 16th:

  • Patrick Dewaere
    Patrick Dewaere

    French leading man in films of the 1970s.

  • James Gammon
    James Gammon

    American actor (born in 1940).

  • Patsy Ruth Miller
    Patsy Ruth Miller

    Actress (wide open sap twin beds, sap), dies at 91.

  • Lynnon Frost

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Meli Lorca

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Carols Cruz

    Iconic Brazilian samba singer and actress.

  • Felma Hertz

    Contributed to the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

  • Jhonnie Winter

    Jhonnie Winter was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, and one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time.

  • Nguyen Du

    Vietnamese poet best known for writing 'The Tale of Kieu'.

  • Tanaka Kakuei

    Former Prime Minister of Japan known for economic policies.

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

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July 16, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 16, 1981:

  • Botswana - President's Day (2nd day)
  • Catholic - Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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July 16, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 16, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 13th and July 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 16, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week July 13th and July 19th.

July 16, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 16, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 13th and July 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bette Davis Eyes youtube
  2. - All Those Years Ago
  3. - The One That You Love youtube
  4. - Jessie's Girl youtube
  5. - You Make My Dreams

July 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 16, 1981 was Ghost Town by The Specials, according to the music chart for the week July 13th and July 19th.

July 16, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 16, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 13th and July 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Ghost Town
  2. - Stars On 45 (Volume 2)
  3. - Can Can
  4. - One Day In Your Life
  5. - Body Talk

July 16, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 16, 1981 was Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 13th and July 19th.

July 16, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 16, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 13th and July 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Double Dutch Bus
  2. - Give It To Me Baby
  3. - Two Hearts
  4. - Freaky Dancin'
  5. - Pull Up To The Bumper

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July 16, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 16, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Ticket to Heaven

Ticket to Heaven

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Ralph L. Thomas

Starring: Nick Mancuso, Saul Rubinek, Meg Foster, Kim Cattrall

Cannibal Ferox

Cannibal Ferox

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Umberto Lenzi

Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha

Country: Italy

Wolfen

Wolfen

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Michael Wadleigh

Starring: Albert Finney, Diane Venora, Edward James Olmos, Gregory Hines

Car Crash

Car Crash

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Antonio Margheriti

Starring: Joey Travolta, Ana Obregón, Vittorio Mezzogiorno, John Steiner

Country: Italy

Endless Love

Endless Love

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli

Starring: Brooke Shields, Martin Hewitt, Shirley Knight, Don Murray

Country: United States of America

July 16, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 16, 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

MTV Music Television

MTV Music Television

Release year: 1981

Starring: Nina Blackwood, Mark Goodman, Alan Hunter, J.J. Jackson

Country: United States of America

July 16, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 16, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Beverly Hills Diet by Judy Mazel

The Beverly Hills Diet

By:

NEW BOOK. Never read! This book was found at a closing bookstore. The dust cover could have light shelf wear, or may be damaged by bookstore handling.

Miss Piggy'S Guide To Life by Miss Piggy as told to Henry Beard

Miss Piggy'S Guide To Life

By:

Hebrew translation of the original text

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

The Eagle'S Gift by Carlos Castaneda

The Eagle'S Gift

By:

Carlos Castaneda takes you into the heart of sorcery. He challenges imagination and reason and shakes the foundations of belief in "natural" or "logical". "His

Maria Callas by Arianna Stassinopoulos

Maria Callas

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Millions of people still love Maria Callas, the great soprano (1923-1977).

July 16, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 16, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Asteroids Deluxe

Asteroids Deluxe

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Multi-directional shooter

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Stone Sling (Europe) Smithereens! (US)

Stone Sling (Europe) Smithereens! (US)

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

Genre: Strategy Game,[1] Artillery game

Publisher: Philips / Magnavox

Sky Skipper

Sky Skipper

Platform: Arcade game, Atari 2600

Genre: Action

Publisher: Nintendo Parker Bros.

Defender

Defender

Platform: Arcade Atari 2600 Game Boy Advance (in Defender (2002)) PlayStation 2 (in Midway Arcade Treasures PlayStation Portable (in Midway Arcade Treasures: Extended Play)

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: Williams Electronics

Laser Blast

Laser Blast

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Activision

history

Who was the US President on July 16, 1981?

On July 16, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 16, 1981?

On July 16, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 16, 1981?

On July 16, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 16th?

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

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: airstrikes by the syrian government targeting residential areas in jisr al-shughur and khan shaykhun in idlib province kill at least nine civilians, and injure fourteen others.
  • 2018 - 2015-2018 iraqi protests - demonstrations in iraq leave many people dead and create mass unrest.
  • 2017 - Jodie whittaker will replace peter capaldi in the 13th doctor's incarnation, making her the first woman to assume the role of doctor who's science fiction television series.

Find out more about July 16th

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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 July 1981?

July 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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