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Wednesday May 21, 1980: on this day
May 21, 1980 was the 142nd day of the year 1980, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 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 May 21, 1980, who was born and died on May 21, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 21, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Call Me by Blondie), movies (e.g. Urban Cowboy, directed by James Bridges), TV series (e.g. Coming Home) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 21st, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 21, 1980?
- May 21, 1980: What happened on that day?
- May 21, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 21, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 21, 1980?
- May 21, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 21, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- May 21, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 21, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- May 21, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 21, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 21, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 21, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 21, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on May 21, 1980?
What day of the week was May 21, 1980?
May 21, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 142nd day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 21, 1980 can also be written as 5/21/1980 in the US and as 21/5/1980 in UK and Europe.
May 21, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 21, 1980:
- Empire strikes back premieres
- Ensign jean marie butler is 1st woman to graduate from us service academy
- Eintracht frankfurt wins 9th uefa cup at frankfurt, germany.
- Star wars v: the empire strikes back premieres in movie theaters.
- ''star wars episode v: the empire strikes back'' is released.
May 21, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 21st is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 21, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 21, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 21st, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 21, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 21, 1980 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 21, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 12:22 pm and setting at 02:04 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1980 while the next full moon would come on May 29, 1980.
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Who was born on May 21, 1980?
Famous people born on May 21, 1980:
- Soniyah Luthra
Upcoming political figure known for her advocacy for social justice.
- Gotye
Gotye is a belgian-australian musician known for his hit song 'somebody that i used to know'.
- Anika Moa
Anika Moa is a New Zealand singer-songwriter known for her soulful music.
- Morgan Benoit
American actor and martial artist.
- Chris Raab
American television personality.
- Goty Gotye
Musician.
- Benoît Peschier
- Serge Mputu
- Ol'ga Peretjat'ko
- Joel Riddez
- Goran Ćakić
- Ilse Van Den Vonder
- Man Lo Zhang
- Josh Santacaterina
- Mamoutou Diarra
- Federico Gianassi
- Britt Janyk
Whose famous birthday is on May 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 21st:
![Raymond Burr]()
Raymond BurrRaymond Burr was a Canadian-American actor who also served as a politician in California.
![Tom Daley]()
Tom DaleyTom daley is an english diver and olympian known for his success in the sport, including winning multiple medals at the olympic games.
![Nick Cassavetes]()
Nick CassavetesAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Kay Kendall]()
Kay KendallBritish actress genevieve dies from leukemia at 32.
![Mutya Buena]()
Mutya BuenaEnglish singer-songwriter (sugababes, mutya keisha siobhan).
![Al Franken]()
Al FrankenHe is an american comedian, writer, and us senator.
![Fairuza Balk]()
Fairuza BalkFairuza balk is an american actress known for her roles in the craft and gas food lodging.
![Judge Reinhold]()
Judge ReinholdJudge reinhold is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as beverly hills cop and the santa clause.
![Eduardo Verástegui]()
Eduardo VerásteguiEduardo verástegui is a mexican actor, singer, and producer known for his roles in films such as bella and chasing papi.
May 21, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 10 months old,
or 526 months and 28 days old,
or 2291 weeks and 1 day old,
or 16038 days old,
if you were born on May 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 May 21, 1980?
There are 33 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 21, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 21, 1980.
May 21, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 21, 1980:
- Vinton Hayworth
Known for his roles in classic Hollywood films.
- Ida Kaminska
Actress (shop on main street), who dies.
- Glenn Roberts
- Omar Sahnoun
- Hiroshi Inagaki
- Roberto Wachholtz
What famous deaths happened on May 21st?
Famous deaths on May 21st:
![John Garfield]()
John GarfieldAmerican actor who starred in 31 films between 1938 and 1951.
![John Gielgud]()
John GielgudEnglish actor, director, and producer (d. 2000).
![Vaughn Monroe]()
Vaughn MonroeAmerican musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.
![Andrea Leeds]()
Andrea LeedsActress (stage door and earthbound), dies at 70 from cancer.
- Seville
Spanish explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
- Jane Addams
American feminist and social worker.
- Dovey Roundtree
Trailblazing African American civil rights activist and lawyer.
- Tyronza Cornelius
Renowned author known for their impactful storytelling.
- Dovey Johnson Roundtree
Pioneering African American civil rights activist and attorney.
May 21, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 21, 1980:
- Equals-to-the-Apostles
- Dia de la Afrocolombianidad marks the abolition of slavery in Colombia.
- Navy Day (Dfa de las Glorias Navales) in Chile.
Observances on May 21, 1980:
- International Tea Day
- World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Saints celebrated on May 21, 1980:
- Saint Constantine the Great
- Saints Constantine and Helena
- Saint Mireille
- Saint Charles-EugFne de Mazenod
- Saint Goderik
May 21, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 21, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 19th and May 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 21, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 21, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 21, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blondie - Call Me
- Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
- Air Supply - Lost In Love
- Kenny Rogers - Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer
- Dr. Hook - Sexy Eyes
May 21, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 21, 1980 was What's Another Year by Johnny Logan, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 21, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnny Logan - What's Another Year
- Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
- Hot Chocolate - No Doubt About It
- Paul McCartney - Coming Up
- Michael Jackson - She's Out Of My Life
May 21, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 21, 1980 was Let's Get Serious by Jermaine Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 21, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
- Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
- The Whispers - Lady
- Smokey Robinson - Let Me Be The Clock
- Stephanie Mills - Sweet Sensation
May 21, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 21, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Urban Cowboy
Release year: 1980
Directed by: James Bridges
Starring: John Travolta, Debra Winger, Scott Glenn, Madolyn Smith Osborne
Country: United States of America
The Mountain Men
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Richard Lang
Starring: Charlton Heston, Brian Keith, Victoria Racimo, Stephen Macht
Action
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore
Country: Italy
Up the Academy
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Robert Downey Sr.
Starring: Ron Leibman, Wendell Brown, Ralph Macchio, Tommy Citera
Cannibal Holocaust
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ruggero Deodato
Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile
Country: Italy
May 21, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 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:
Coming Home
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Layne McDonald
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
May 21, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 21, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Brethren
By: Bob Woodward and Scott Armstrong
The Brethren provides a detailed behind-the scenes account of the Supreme Court's action. Scott Armstrong and Bob Woodward have broken through its secrecy to provide an unparalleled view of the Chief
Back Bay
By: William Martin
Meet the Pratt Clas. Driven men. Women who are determined. They would follow a Paul Revere treasure through six generations of turmoil. They would turn a family secret into a destructive obsession.
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.
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
Kane & Abel
By: Jeffrey Archer
William Lowell Kane, and Abel Rosnovski were both born on the same day. One was the son of a Boston millionaire while the other was a penniless Polish immigrant. Two men were born on the opposite sides of the Atlantic …
May 21, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 21, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Monster (Videopac)
Stratovox
Star Castle
Fishing Derby
Berzerk
Who was the US President on May 21, 1980?
On May 21, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 1980?
On May 21, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 21, 1980?
On May 21, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 21st?
May 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of May. 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 May 21st, such as:
- 2019 - An ambush occurred at 12th mile on khonsa deomali road in tirap district, arunachal pradesh. eleven people were killed.
- 2018 - Economy of japan: sony has agreed to a $2.3billion deal in which they will purchase a controlling stake in emi music publishing. this deal will allow sony to indirectly own 90% the music publisher and its 2 million songs.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 20 afghan police officers are killed in a taliban raid in southern afghanistan.
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 May 1980?
May 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
