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July 21, 1981 was the 202nd day of the year 1981, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is July 21, 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 21, 1981, who was born and died on July 21, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 21, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. The One That You Love by Air Supply), movies (e.g. Carbon Copy, directed by Michael Schultz), 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 21st, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 21, 1981?
- July 21, 1981: What happened on that day?
- July 21, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 21, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 21, 1981?
- July 21, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 21, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- July 21, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- July 21, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- July 21, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 21, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 21, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- July 21, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 21, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 21, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on July 21, 1981?
What day of the week was July 21, 1981?
July 21, 1981 was a Tuesday and it was the 202nd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 21, 1981 can also be written as 7/21/1981 in the US and as 21/7/1981 in UK and Europe.
July 21, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 21, 1981:
- Australia set 130 to win, all out 111 at headingley willis 8-43
July 21, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 21st 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 21, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 21, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on July 21st, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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July 21, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 21, 1981 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 21, 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 21, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 10:45 pm and setting at 11:20 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 17, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Aug 15, 1981.
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Who was born on July 21, 1981?
Famous people born on July 21, 1981:
![Romeo Santos]()
Romeo SantosRomeo santos is a world music singer known for being the lead vocalist of the bachata group aventura and for his successful solo career.
- Chrishelle Stause
Professional dancer known for her appearances on Dancing with the Stars.
- Brettney Coughlin
Known for her roles in various TV shows and movies.
- Paloma Faith
Paloma faith is a british singer known for her soulful voice and unique retro style.
- Claudette Ortiz
American singer and model (city high).
- Stefan Schumacher
German cyclist.
- Blake Lewis
American producer and singer-songwriter.
- Charmelle Green
Charmelle Green is a former Jamaican sprinter who specialized in the 100 and 200 meters.
- Joaquín
Spanish footballer.
- Anabelle Langlois
Canadian figure skater.
- Joaquín Sánchez
Spanish footballer.
- Titus Bramble
English footballer.
- Yushin Okami
Japanese mixed martial artist.
- Victor Hanescu
- Davide Perino
Whose famous birthday is on July 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 21st:
![Robin Williams]()
Robin WilliamsAfter learning improv at l.a.
![Aashish Chaudhary]()
Aashish ChaudharyIndian actor known for his work in Hindi films and television.
![Sara Sampaio]()
Sara SampaioSara sampaio is a portuguese model known for her work with victoria's secret and sports illustrated.
![Josh Hartnett]()
Josh HartnettJosh hartnett is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pearl harbor, black hawk down, and lucky number slevin.
![Don Knotts]()
Don KnottsDon knotts was an american actor best known for his role as barney fife on the andy griffith show.
![Charlotte Gainsbourg]()
Charlotte GainsbourgFrench-british actress, noted family, and the daughter of serge gainsbourg (singer-actress jane birkin).
![Jon Lovitz]()
Jon LovitzJon lovitz is an american comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and numerous film and television appearances.
![Jaime Murray]()
Jaime MurrayAn english actress who is best known for her roles as stacie monroe on bbc's "hustle" or lila west on showtime's "dexter".
![Norman Jewison]()
Norman JewisonCanadian-american film producer, actor, and founder of canadian film centre.
July 21, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 8 months old,
or 512 months and 29 days old,
or 2230 weeks and 3 days old,
or 15613 days old,
if you were born on July 21, 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 21, 1981?
There are 93 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday July 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 21, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 21, 1981.
July 21, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 21, 1981:
- Isami Shinjuro
Japanese journalist known for his investigative reporting.
- Ugo Sasso
- Giuseppe Giriodi
What famous deaths happened on July 21st?
Famous deaths on July 21st:
![Angharad Rees]()
Angharad ReesEnglish-welsh actress and jewellery designer (d. 2012).
![Basil Rathbone]()
Basil RathboneFor over 40 years, he was a south african-british actor on stage and in film.
![John Heard]()
John HeardAmerican actor with a boyish look and friendly manner who won the 1976-77 theatre world award.
![Herb Edelman]()
Herb EdelmanActor (odd couple st elsewhere) dies from emphysema aged 62.
- Leisel Mueller
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet known for her profound verses.
- Arwilda Davis
American sprinter who won multiple medals in international competitions.
- Adoria Klenk
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art.
- Bruk Dumitriu
Renowned Romanian painter known for his abstract works.
- Johnye Strickland
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on July 21st
July 21, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on July 21, 1981:
- St. Zoticus
- St. Victor of Marseilles
- St. Barhadbesciabus
- St. Arbogastus
- Catholic - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Praxedes
- Singapore: Racial Harmony Day
- Guam: Liberation Day (1944)
- Bolivia: Martyrs' Day
- Belgium: National holiday (1831 - inauguration of LTopold I, first king of the Belgians)
July 21, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 21, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 20th and July 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 21, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 21, 1981 was The One That You Love by Air Supply, according to the music chart for the week July 20th and July 26th.
July 21, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 21, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 20th and July 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Air Supply - The One That You Love
- Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Oak Ridge Boys - Elvira
July 21, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 21, 1981 was Ghost Town by The Specials, according to the music chart for the week July 20th and July 26th.
July 21, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 21, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 20th and July 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Specials - Ghost Town
- Starsound - Stars On 45 (Volume 2)
- Bad Manners - Can Can
- Michael Jackson - One Day In Your Life
- Imagination - Body Talk
July 21, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on July 21, 1981 was Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 20th and July 26th.
July 21, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on July 21, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 20th and July 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Frankie Smith - Double Dutch Bus
- Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
- Cameo - Freaky Dancin'
- Stacy Lattisaw - Love On A Two Way Street
- Evelyn King - I'm In Love
July 21, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 21, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Carbon Copy
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Michael Schultz
Starring: George Segal, Susan Saint James, Jack Warden, Dick Martin
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
Ticket to Heaven
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Ralph L. Thomas
Starring: Nick Mancuso, Saul Rubinek, Meg Foster, Kim Cattrall
Wolfen
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Michael Wadleigh
Starring: Albert Finney, Diane Venora, Edward James Olmos, Gregory Hines
Car Crash
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Antonio Margheriti
Starring: Joey Travolta, Ana Obregón, Vittorio Mezzogiorno, John Steiner
Country: Italy
July 21, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 21, 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
Release year: 1981
Hindsight
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lee Hyun Seung
July 21, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 21, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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
Noble House
By: James Clavell
Hong Kong, 1963. Although the action lasts only a week, it is full of high-adventure: from murder and kidnapping to financial double-dealing, and natural disasters like fire, flood, and landslide.
Xpd
By: Len Deighton
June 11, 1940 - Where is Winston Churchill? A private plane takes off from a small French town, while Adolf Hitler prepares for a clandestine landing.
Wealth And Poverty
By: George Gilder
The New York Times bestseller Wealth and Poverty, by George F. Gilder, is hailed "the guide to capitalism" and is one of the most recognizable economic books ever written.
God Emperor Of Dune
By: Frank Herbert
Dune is alive and well after hundreds of years. Leto, the son and savior of Dune, is alive, but far from human. This is the fate of all humanity
July 21, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on July 21, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Apple Panic
Solar Fox
Oo-Topos
Stampede
GORF
Who was the US President on July 21, 1981?
On July 21, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 21, 1981?
On July 21, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on July 21, 1981?
On July 21, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about July 21st?
July 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st 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 21st, such as:
- 2019 - Lufthansa, a german airline, has resumed flights between cairo and frankfurt/munich. british airways flights to cairo are still cancelled for six days. although the uk foreign office advises against all travel to egypt's sinai peninsula, its standard advice to cairo passengers is to verify for any changes.
- 2018 - Fiat chrysler ceo sergio marchionne has resigned due to declining health and is replaced with jeep ceo mike manley.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: there are violent clashes between the syrian rebels, and the syrian democratic forces, at the outskirts al-muhsenli village in the northeastern country of aleppo. however, no casualties have been reported. (iraqi news). the syrian army used heavy artillery to shell the zaitan village residential areas, in the countryside around aleppo. it also destroyed civilian property.
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.
