Friday March 20, 1981: on this day

March 20, 1981 was the 79th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 20, 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 March 20, 1981, who was born and died on March 20, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Keep On Loving You by REO Speedwagon), movies (e.g. Christiane F., directed by Uli Edel), TV series (e.g. Baila Comigo) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 1981?


March 20, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 79th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 1981 can also be written as 3/20/1981 in the US and as 20/3/1981 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 1981 in March 1981 calendar

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March 20, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 1981:

  • Jean harris sentenced 15-to-life for slaying of scarsdale diet doctor.
  • Angela m. buchanan begins term as 37th treasurer of the us.

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March 20, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 20, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 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 March 20th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 1981 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 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 March 20, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 06:15 pm and setting at 06:44 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 18, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Apr 19, 1981.

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Who was born on March 20, 1981?


Famous people born on March 20, 1981:

  • Rodel Mayol

    Filipino boxer known for his impressive career in the light flyweight division.

  • Peace Ferguson

    Renowned soccer player known for exceptional skills on the field.

  • Carl Webb

    Australian rugby league player (d. 2023).

  • Ian Murray

    Scottish football player.

  • Benny Fine

    Producer.

  • Rafi Fine

    Producer.

  • Sylvain Monsoreau
  • Amanuel Iyassu
  • Mahara McKay
  • Márcio Miranda Freitas Rocha da Silva
  • Giōrgos Palalas
  • Elisa Plaisant
  • Radek Šírl
  • Alen Škoro
  • Levar Stoney
  • Wang Lei
  • Stanislav Genčev
  • Travis Watson

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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March 20, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 43 years and 8 days old,

or 516 months and 8 days old,

or 2244 weeks and 6 days old,

or 15714 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 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 March 20, 1981?

There are 357 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 20, 1981.

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March 20, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 1981:

  • Gerry Bertier

    American wheelchair olympian (born 1953).

  • Edith Schultze-Westrum
  • Theo-Helmut Lieb
  • Sonny Red
  • Irving Jaffee
  • Angelo Penna
  • Sebastiano Scirè Risichella
  • Pedro García Cabrera

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th

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March 20, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 1981:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 1981:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 1981:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 16th and March 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1981 was Keep On Loving You by REO Speedwagon, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Keep On Loving You youtube
  2. - Woman
  3. - The Best Of Times
  4. - 9 To 5
  5. - Crying

March 20, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1981 was Jealous Guy by Roxy Music, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Jealous Guy
  2. - This Ole House
  3. - Kids In America
  4. - Kings Of The Wild Frontier
  5. - Shaddup You Face

March 20, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 1981 was Don't Stop The Music by Yarbrough & Peoples, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 20, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Don't Stop The Music
  2. - Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me)
  3. - It's A Love Thing
  4. - All American Girls
  5. - Thighs High (Grip Your Hips And Move)

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March 20, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Christiane F.

Christiane F.

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Uli Edel

Starring: Natja Brunckhorst, Eberhard Auriga, Peggy Bussieck, Lothar Chamski

Country: United States of America

Chariots of Fire

Chariots of Fire

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Hugh Hudson

Starring: Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Nicholas Farrell, Nigel Havers

Country: United States of America

The Four Seasons

The Four Seasons

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Alan Alda

Starring: Alan Alda, Carol Burnett, Len Cariou, Sandy Dennis

The Monster Club

The Monster Club

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Roy Ward Baker

Starring: Vincent Price, John Carradine, Anthony Steel, Roger Sloman

The Black Cat

The Black Cat

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Starring: Patrick Magee, Mimsy Farmer, David Warbeck, Al Cliver

March 20, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 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:

Baila Comigo

Baila Comigo

Release year: 1981

Hill Street Blues

Hill Street Blues

Release year: 1981

Written by:

Starring: Daniel J. Travanti, Michael Warren, Bruce Weitz, James Sikking

Country: United States of America

Chain Reaction

Chain Reaction

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Andrew Davis

Nurse

Nurse

Release year: 1981

Country: United States of America

March 20, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Company Of Women by Mary Gordon

The Company Of Women

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"A brilliant, breathtakingly written novel." The Philadelphia Inquirer Felicitas Maria Taylor, intelligent, charming and desperate, was raised by five religious women and a controversial priest.

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.

Unfinished Tales by J.R.R. Tolkien

Unfinished Tales

By:

"The tone is heroic. Both the heroes and villains are greater than life-size." -- New York Times Book Review. Unfinished Tales from Numenor and Middle-earth focuses on the lands

The Sky'S The Limit by Wayne Dyer

The Sky'S The Limit

By:

Are you ready for a new way of living? This book will teach you everything you need to realize your full potential.

The Fifth Horseman by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre

The Fifth Horseman

By:

Qaddafi, the Libyan leader, holds New York City hostage in a thriller about terrorist threats. He threatens to set off a hidden nuclear weapon.

March 20, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 20, 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

Asteroids Deluxe

Asteroids Deluxe

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Multi-directional shooter

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Caverns of Mars

Caverns of Mars

Platform: Atari 8-bit

Genre: scrolling shooter

Publisher: Atari Program Exchange

Omega Race

Omega Race

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Commodore VIC-20, Commodore 64

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Midway

Lock 'n' Chase

Lock 'n' Chase

Platform: Arcade Atari 2600 Intellivision Apple II Game Boy Wii PlayStation 3 3DS Virtual Console

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Data East, Taito

history

Who was the US President on March 20, 1981?

On March 20, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1981?

On March 20, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 1981?

On March 20, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of March. 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 March 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

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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 March 1981?

March 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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