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August 25, 1981 was the 237th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 25, 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 August 25, 1981, who was born and died on August 25, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 25, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. Cannibal Ferox, directed by Umberto Lenzi), TV series (e.g. Best Of The West) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 25th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 25, 1981?
- August 25, 1981: What happened on that day?
- August 25, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 25, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 25, 1981?
- August 25, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 25, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 25, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 25, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 25, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 25, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 25, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 25, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 25, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 25, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 25, 1981?
What day of the week was August 25, 1981?
August 25, 1981 was a Tuesday and it was the 237th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 25, 1981 can also be written as 8/25/1981 in the US and as 25/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 25, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 25, 1981:
- Jeff schwartz sets solo record for trampoline bouncing (266:09).
- Voyager 2 spacecraft makes its closest approach to saturn.
August 25, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 25th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 25, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 25, 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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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 25th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 25, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 25, 1981 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 25, 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 August 25, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 01:54 am and setting at 05:56 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1981.
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Who was born on August 25, 1981?
Famous people born on August 25, 1981:
![Rachel Bilson]()
Rachel BilsonAmerican actress.
- Vivek Shraya
Canadian author known for her works on gender, identity, and race.
- Lila Tretikov
Former Executive Director of the Wikimedia Foundation.
- Ham Rode
Professional footballer who played as a midfielder.
- Jan-Berrie Burger
Namibian cricketer.
- Camille Pin
French tennis player.
- Clare Oliver
Born 1981, australian cancer activist.
- Rik Waller
An english singer who is best known for his participation in the first series british itv television show pop idol.
- Jean-Julien Rojer
Curaçaoan-dutch tennis player.
- Chad Michael Murray
Actor.
- Seçkin Özdemir
- Vladislav Šajachmetov
- Elena Konstantinova
- Oussama Souaidy
- Oliver Tompsett
- Alessio Villarosa
- Per Inge Jacobsen
Whose famous birthday is on August 25th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 25th:
![Sean Connery]()
Sean ConneryScottish actor and film legend for his role as agent 007 in "james bond".
![Blake Lively]()
Blake LivelyBlake lively is an american actress known for her role as serena van der woodsen in the television series gossip girl.
![Yifei Liu]()
Yifei LiuYifei liu is a chinese actress known for her role as mulan in the 2020 live-action adaptation of the disney animated film.
![Billy Ray Cyrus]()
Billy Ray CyrusBilly ray cyrus is an american singer and actor, best known for his hit single 'achy breaky heart' and for his role as robby stewart on the...
![Claudia Schiffer]()
Claudia SchifferGerman model and considered the prettiest woman in the world by some.
![Tim Burton]()
Tim BurtonAmerican filmmaker, whose films have a gothic feel.
![Elvis Costello]()
Elvis CostelloElvis costello is a british rock singer known for his distinctive voice and eclectic musical style, blending elements of punk, new wave, and...
![Jonathan Togo]()
Jonathan TogoTogo, an american actor, plays the role of ryan wolfe, a police officer, on csi miami (tvaeur(tm), tvaeur(tm), a hit crime series starring...
![George Wallace]()
George WallaceAmerican politician, who served three terms as the democratic governor for alabama beginning in 1963.
![Regis Philbin]()
Regis PhilbinAfter years of success on the tv talk show "live with regis & kathie lee", an american tv host became a star with his tv game show "who...
August 25, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 8 months old,
or 512 months
or 2226 weeks and 2 days old,
or 15584 days old,
if you were born on August 25, 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 August 25, 1981?
There are 122 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 25th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 25, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 25, 1981.
August 25, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 25, 1981:
- Nassos Kedrakas
Greek actor and cinematographer (b. 1915).
- Nicolas Pauly
What famous deaths happened on August 25th?
Famous deaths on August 25th:
![Paul Muni]()
Paul MuniPaul muni was an american actor known for his roles in scarface, the story of louis pasteur, and the life of emile zola.
![Samantha Smith]()
Samantha SmithAmerican actress/activist (elizabeth lime street), who dies at the age of 13 (born 1972).
![Marvin Kaplan]()
Marvin KaplanAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor actors.
![William Hall]()
William HallCanadian soldier victoria cross recipient (d. 1904).
- Petr Neruda
Chilean poet-diplomat and politician, often considered one of the greatest literary figures of his country.
- Michael Faraday
An english scientist who made contributions to electrochemistry and electromagnetism.
- Aalliyah Haughton
Aalliyah was an American singer, actress, and model who was a major influence on contemporary R&B, pop, and hip hop music.
- Kenetra Aaliyah
Renowned R&B singer known for hits like 'Try Again' and 'Are You That Somebody'.
- Jamas Faraday
Jamas Faraday was a British chemist and physicist who contributed to the study of electromagnetism and electrochemistry.
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August 25, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 25, 1981:
- Roman festivals - Opiconsivia held in honor of Ops.
- RC Saints - Genesius of Arles, Saint Louis IX of France, Saint Joseph Calasanz
- Uruguay - National Day (independence from Brazil in 1825).
- Philippines - National Heroes' Day.
August 25, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 25, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 24th and August 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 25, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 25, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.
August 25, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 25, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Pointer Sisters - Slow Hand
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Stevie Nicks - Stop Draggin' My Heart Around
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
August 25, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 25, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.
August 25, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 25, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakin' Stevens - Green Door
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Hooked On Classics
- Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday
- Aneka - Japanese Boy
- Soft Cell - Tainted Love
August 25, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 25, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.
August 25, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 25, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
- Carl Carlton - She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)
- Teena Marie - Square Biz
- Larry Graham - Just Be My Lady
- Commodores - Lady (You Bring Me Up)
August 25, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 25, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
They All Laughed
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Peter Bogdanovich
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Ben Gazzara, Patti Hansen, John Ritter
Nobody's Perfekt
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Peter Bonerz
Starring: Gabe Kaplan, Alex Karras, Robert Klein, Susan Clark
Body Heat
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lawrence Kasdan
Starring: William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Richard Crenna, Ted Danson
Country: United States of America
Heartbreak High
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Mark Warren
Starring: John Vernon, Norman Fell, Robert Forster, Thom Haverstock
August 25, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 25, 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:
Best of the West
Release year: 1981
Country: United States of America
August 25, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 25, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Cujo
By: Stephen King
Cujo, Stephen King's #1 National Bestseller for his rabid fans, "hits the Jugular" (New York Times), with the story about a friendly Saint Bernard who is bitten by an ill bat.
Trade Wind
By: M.M. Kaye
Boston bluestocking Hero Athena Hollis, a Boston bluestocking, travels to Zanzibar in order to visit her uncle, an American consul. She arrives full of self-righteousness, but bent on doing good deeds.
Keep It Simple
By: Marian Burros
The New York Times food columnist offers more than 200 recipes for simple-to-prepare dishes. This includes meals for vegetarians, dieters and large groups.
Free Fall In Crimson
By: John D. MacDonald
Free Fall in Crimson, a classic crime novel by a beloved master of fiction, features Travis McGee, a hardboiled detective who lives in a houseboat.
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
August 25, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 25, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Thief
Mario
Robby Roto
Omega Race
Kaboom!
Who was the US President on August 25, 1981?
On August 25, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 25, 1981?
On August 25, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 25, 1981?
On August 25, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 25th?
August 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th day of the month of August. 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 August 25th, such as:
- 2018 - California auction sells a 1962 ferrari 250 gto for $48.4 million. this makes it the most expensive car ever to be sold at auction.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: new zealand has announced the deployment of three additional non-combat military personnel to afghanistan. this increases its military commitment to 13. (reuters) four gunmen attacked a shiite mosque, kabul, afghanistan. at least 20 people were killed.
- 2016 - Philippine drug war: rodrigo duterte's drug war has claimed 1,900 lives.
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 August 1981?
August 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
