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April 21, 1980 was the 112th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is April 21, 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 21, 1980, who was born and died on April 21, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Call Me by Blondie), movies (e.g. Friday the 13th, directed by Sean S. Cunningham), 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 21st, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 21, 1980?
- April 21, 1980: What happened on that day?
- April 21, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 21, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 21, 1980?
- April 21, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 21, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- April 21, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 21, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- April 21, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 21, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 21, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 21, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 21, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on April 21, 1980?
What day of the week was April 21, 1980?
April 21, 1980 was a Monday and it was the 112th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 21, 1980 can also be written as 4/21/1980 in the US and as 21/4/1980 in UK and Europe.
April 21, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 21, 1980:
- Howard stern begins broadcasting on wwww detroit, michigan
- 84th boston marathon won by bill rodgers of massachusetts in 2:12:11.
- Rosie ruiz wins the boston marathon, but is later exposed as a fraud and stripped of her award.
April 21, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 21, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 21st, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 21, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 21, 1980 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 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 21, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:41 am and setting at 01:18 am.
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 21, 1980?
Famous people born on April 21, 1980:
![Hadley Fraser]()
Hadley FraserStage actor.
- Vincent Lecavalier
Vincent Lecavalier is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the NHL for 17 seasons.
- Kelan Hurley
Kelan Hurley is a talented musician who has released several successful albums.
- Tony Romo
American football player and announcer.
- Hiro Shimono
Japanese voice actor.
- Dylan Bruce
Actor.
- Martin Rosete
Publicist and spanish film director.
- Tom Franco
Family member.
- Jeff Keppinger
American baseball player.
- Rebecca Zlotowski
- Jaime Bustamante
- Katsura Hoshino
- Luís Fernando Martinez
- Capucine Rousseau
Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:
![Elizabeth II]()
Elizabeth IIElizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.
![Tony Danza]()
Tony DanzaTony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.
![James McAvoy]()
James McAvoyScottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...
![Iggy Pop]()
Iggy PopAmerican musician, a punk rocker.
![Christian Coma]()
Christian ComaChristian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.
![Rollo May]()
Rollo MayAmerican psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![Alana Ladd]()
Alana LaddAmerican celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.
![Claire Denis]()
Claire DenisParis, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).
![John Mortimer]()
John MortimerBritish screenwriter, barrister and author.
April 21, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 11 months old,
or 527 months and 29 days old,
or 2295 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16069 days old,
if you were born on April 21, 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 21, 1980?
There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 21, 1980.
April 21, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 21, 1980:
- Lexander Oparin
Proposed the theory of the origin of life.
- Sohrab Sepehri
Iranian poet and painter (b. 1928).
- Aleksandr Oparin
Russian biochemist (born 1894).
- Aleksandr Ivanovič Oparin
- Stanisław Batavia
- Ľudovít Fulla
What famous deaths happened on April 21st?
Famous deaths on April 21st:
![Nina Simone]()
Nina SimoneAmerican jazz singer.
![Ursula Jeans]()
Ursula JeansSimla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").
![Charles 'Buddy' Rogers]()
Charles 'Buddy' RogersAmerican actor and musician (born in 1904).
![James Melton]()
James MeltonAmerican operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.
- Mark Twain
Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...
- Lymon Twain
Lymon Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.
- Oaks Twain
Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
- Mackinsey Twain
Mackinsey Twain was a celebrated American writer and humorist, known for his iconic novels 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The...
- Rmoni Simone
Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.
- Samuel Clemens
Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer who was a...
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April 21, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 21, 1980:
- Rome - city birthday.
- Texas-San Jacinto Day
- Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
- Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
- Tiradentes - Brazil.
- Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.
Observances on April 21, 1980:
- World Creativity and Innovation Day
Saints celebrated on April 21, 1980:
- Saint Wolbodo
- Saint Konrad von Parzham
- Saint Anastasius I
- Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
April 21, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 21, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 21st and April 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 21, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.
April 21, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blondie - Call Me
- Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind
- Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)
- Billy Preston - With You I'm Born Again
- Ray, Goodman & Brown - Special Lady
April 21, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 1980 was Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl by The Detroit Spinners, according to the music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.
April 21, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 21, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Detroit Spinners - Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl
- Liquid Gold - Dance Yourself Dizzy
- The Jam - Going Underground / Dreams Of Children
- Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
April 21, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 1980 was Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2) by The Isley Brothers, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 21st and April 27th.
April 21, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 21, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 21st and April 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Isley Brothers - Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2)
- The Brothers Johnson - Stomp
- Leon Haywood - Don't Push It Don't Force It
- The Whispers - Lady
- The Gap Band - I Don't Believe You Want To Get Up An Dance (Oops!)
April 21, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 21, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Friday the 13th
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Sean S. Cunningham
Starring: Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Jeannine Taylor, Robbi Morgan
Country: United States of America
On the Nickel
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ralph Waite
Starring: Donald Moffat, Ralph Waite, Hal Williams, Penelope Allen
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 21, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 21, 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
Señorita Andrea
Release year: 1980
Starring: Ignacio Quirós, Darío Grandinetti
Country: Argentina
April 21, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 21, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
How You Can Become Financially Independent By Investing In Real Estate
By: Albert J. Lowry
How to Become Financially Independent By Investing in Real Estate, covers all the most recent tax laws and shows you how you can make greater profits than ever before.
The Bleeding Heart
By: Marilyn French
Victor and Dolores, both parents who were successful in their careers and both living in England, without their families. Both are old enough to be able to meet up on the train to Oxford.
Ordeal
By: Linda Lovelace and Mike McGrady
Good Girl Obedient Wife. Porn slave. Deep Throat was Only the Beginning... Linda Boreman, just twenty-one, met Chuck Traynor. He would become her husband.
Creek Mary'S Blood
By: Dee Brown
Creek Indian Mary Musgrove's remarkable story and the lives of her descendants through two centuries. In Creek Mary's blood, Dee Brown fictionalizes this amazing true story
April 21, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 21, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Missile Command
Midway Campaign
Terrorist
Galactic Empire
Dodge 'Em
Who was the US President on April 21, 1980?
On April 21, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1980?
On April 21, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 21, 1980?
On April 21, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 21st?
April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).
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.
