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May 26, 1980 was the 147th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 26, 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 26, 1980, who was born and died on May 26, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Funkytown by Lipps, Inc.), movies (e.g. Man Pasand, directed by Basu Chatterjee), TV series (e.g. Coming Home) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 1980?
- May 26, 1980: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 1980?
- May 26, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 26, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 1980?
What day of the week was May 26, 1980?
May 26, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 1980:
- Phillie steve carlton is 1st nler to record 6, 1-hitters
- Soyuz 36 carries two cosmonauts (one hungarian) to salyut 6.
May 26, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
Discover the Monkey 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 May 26th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 1980 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 26, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:06 pm and setting at 04:27 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 26, 1980?
Famous people born on May 26, 1980:
- Rochelle Clark
Rochelle Clark is a retired English rugby union player who excelled in the sport.
- Jaheim Thomas
Founder of a successful tech startup.
- Louis-Jean Cormier
Canadian singer and songwriter.
- Liam O'Neill
His mother, faye dunaway, is a noted american actress.
- Paolo Cozzi
- Mattia Graffiedi
- LeRoy Hurd
- Mércio
- Anderson de Oliveira Gomes
- Krystofer Barch
- Elkin Calle
- Mamadou Coulibaly
- Greg Barber
- Yūichi Mizutani
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
![Lauryn Hill]()
Lauryn HillLauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
![Helena Bonham Carter]()
Helena Bonham CarterHelena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...
![Pam Grier]()
Pam GrierPam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.
![Corinne Le Poulain]()
Corinne Le PoulainFrench actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
![James Arness]()
James ArnessAmerican actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Peggy Lee]()
Peggy LeeAmerican singer, songwriter and arranger.
![Elisabeth Harnois]()
Elisabeth HarnoisAmerican actress.
![Margaret Colin]()
Margaret ColinActress (independence day: three men & a baby).
![Nicki Aycox]()
Nicki AycoxNicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 11 months old,
or 527 months
or 2291 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16041 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 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 26, 1980?
There are 30 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 26, 1980.
May 26, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 1980:
- Emil Ochyra
- Francisco Goyoaga
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Art Linkletter]()
Art LinkletterCanadian entertainer.
![Jean Constantin]()
Jean ConstantinFrench singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
![George Brent]()
George BrentActor (baby face.
![Sharon Lynn]()
Sharon LynnActress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.
- Cybele
Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.
- Phinneas Newborn
Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.
- Zeki Velidi Togan
Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.
- Fount Haines
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Adamae Davis
Renowned jazz singer and performer.
May 26, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 1980:
- Memorial Day - This holiday honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 1980:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 26th and June 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1980 was Funkytown by Lipps, Inc., according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
- Blondie - Call Me
- Paul McCartney - Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)
- Paul McCartney - Coming Up
- Kenny Rogers - Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer
May 26, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1980 was What's Another Year by Johnny Logan, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. 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 26, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1980 was Let's Get Serious by Jermaine Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
- Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
- Stephanie Mills - Sweet Sensation
- The Whispers - Lady
- The Manhattans - Shining Star
May 26, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Man Pasand
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Basu Chatterjee
Starring: Dev Anand, Tina Ambani, Girish Karnad, Mehmood
Bronco Billy
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Clint Eastwood
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Geoffrey Lewis, Scatman Crothers
Action
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore
Country: Italy
Roadie
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Alan Rudolph
Starring: Meat Loaf, Kaki Hunter, Art Carney, Gailard Sartain
Cannibal Holocaust
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ruggero Deodato
Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile
Country: Italy
May 26, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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 26, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
Men In Love
By: Nancy Friday
Men in Love is an extraordinary, masculine story that reveals the truth about what it means to be male in modern America.
Nothing Down
By: Robert G. Allen
Robert Allen's Nothing Down For the '90s is a bestseller that has sold more than one million copies. It may have helped more people to succeed in real estate than any other book.
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.
Princess Daisy
By: Judith Krantz
She was born Princess Marguerite Alexandrovna Valensky. Everyone called her Daisy. She was a beautiful blonde beauty who lived in the world of aristocrats, and many wealthy people. Her father was a Russian nobleman and prince.
May 26, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 26, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Moon Cresta
Star Castle
King & Balloon
Warlords
B-1 Nuclear Bomber
Who was the US President on May 26, 1980?
On May 26, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 1980?
On May 26, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 1980?
On May 26, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 26th?
May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
- 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
- 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
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.
