Wednesday December 31, 1980: on this day
December 31, 1980 was the 366th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is December 31, 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 December 31, 1980, who was born and died on December 31, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Please Don't Go by K.C and the Sunshine Band), movies (e.g. Action, directed by Tinto Brass), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 31, 1980?
- December 31, 1980: What happened on that day?
- December 31, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 31, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 31, 1980?
- December 31, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 31, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- December 31, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 31, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- December 31, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 31, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 31, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 31, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on December 31, 1980?
What day of the week was December 31, 1980?
December 31, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 366th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 31, 1980 can also be written as 12/31/1980 in the US and as 31/12/1980 in UK and Europe.
December 31, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
Discover the personality of December born.
Unlock the Mysteries of December 31, 1980! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now
December 31, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 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.
Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!
December 31, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 31, 1980 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 December 31, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 01:46 am and setting at 01:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jan 20, 1981.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!
Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1980
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your map!This day in 30 sec.
Who was born on December 31, 1980?
Famous people born on December 31, 1980:
- Joshua Hawley
Joshua Hawley is an American politician who has served as the junior United States Senator from Missouri since 2019.
- Christna Warren
Renowned for her tech industry insights.
- Richie McCaw
New zealand rugby player.
- Alejandro Betancourt
Venezuelan businessman and entrepreneur, known for his investments in various industries.
- Carsten Schlangen
German runner.
- Matt Cross
American wrestler.
- Jesse Carlson
American baseball player.
- Matthew Capiccioni
American professional wrestler.
- Fumie Suguri
- Yacoub Fall
- Nadéah
- Yūki Hayashi
- Mohamed Kaboré
- Ol'ga Borisovna Ljubimova
- Eleonora Reti
- Michael Yani
- Yocci
Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:
- Anthony Hopkins
Welch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.
- Tim Matheson
American actor, tv and film star.
- Val Kilmer
American actor, writer and musician.
- John Denver
American folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
- Ben Kingsley
An english actor.
- Sarah Miles
British actress, first recognized in u.s.
- Joey McIntyre
American musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".
- Bebe Neuwirth
American singer, actress, and dancer.
- Joe Dallesandro
American actor, model, and 'warhol star.
- Barbara Carrera
Nicaraguan model and actress.
See more famous people and celebrities born on December 31st
December 31, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 3 months old,
or 519 months and 25 days old,
or 2260 weeks and 1 day old,
or 15821 days old,
if you were born on December 31, 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 December 31, 1980?
There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 31, 1980.
December 31, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 31, 1980:
- Ghazi Salahudin
A renowned military commander who led the Mujahideen forces during the Soviet-Afghan War.
- Malai Chokkan
Malai Chokkan was a renowned Tamil poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
- Kaula Saraswati
Kaula Saraswati was an influential Indian philosopher and spiritual leader who contributed to the development of Tantric philosophy.
- Feliberto Hernández
Feliberto Hernández was a Cuban politician who served as the Prime Minister of Cuba from 1959 to 1961.
- Oshun Afro-Cuban
Oshun is a prominent figure in Afro-Cuban music and dance, known for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional...
- Chiquitta Banana
Chiquitta Banana was a popular entertainer known for her banana-themed performances.
- Elonzo White
Elonzo White was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
- Cloma Bautista
Cloma Bautista was a popular Filipino actress who starred in numerous films during the mid-20th century.
- Rebie Streeter
Rebie Streeter was an American singer known for her soulful voice and contributions to the R&B genre.
- Annalis Mein
Annalis Mein was a renowned German painter known for her expressionist and abstract works.
- Gadge Bhadra
Gadge Bhadra was a renowned Bengali poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
- Leba Hertz
Leba Hertz was a renowned painter known for her vibrant and expressionistic style.
- Pascuala Cabrera
Pascuala Cabrera was a renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and colorful depictions of rural life.
- Dreden Stein
Dreden Stein was a renowned physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
- Osceola McKaine
Osceola McKaine was an American basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association.
- Shirla Hale
Shirla Hale was an American poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
- Marshall McLuhan
Canadian cultural philosopher, who dies at 69 (born in 1911).
- Hargis Weston
Hargis Weston was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
- Ebb Tide
Ebb Tide was a professional American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
- Anastasio Quiroga
Anastasio Quiroga was a Spanish physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
What famous deaths happened on December 31st?
Famous deaths on December 31st:
- Betty White
American actress.
- James Avery
James avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.
- Wayne Rogers
Wayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.
- Woody Strode
Former professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.
- Billie Dove
American actress (born in 1903).
- Wesley Addy
Omaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).
- Edward Herrmann
American actor (d. 2014).
- Kader Khan
Indian actor (b. 1937).
- William Christopher
American actor and singer (d. 2016).
See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 31st
December 31, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 31, 1980:
- New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
December 31, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 31, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 29th and January 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 31, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1980 was Please Don't Go by K.C and the Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 31, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- K.C and the Sunshine Band - Please Don't Go
- Rupert Holmes - Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
- Michael Jackson - Rock With You
- Stevie Wonder - Send One Your Love
- Captain and Tennille - Do That To Me One More Time
December 31, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1980 was There's No One Quite Like Grandma by St Winifred's School Choir, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 31, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- St Winifred's School Choir - There's No One Quite Like Grandma
- Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall
- Abba - I Have A Dream
- Abba - Super Trouper
- The Pretenders - Brass In Pocket
December 31, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1980 was Rock With You by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 31, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Rock With You
- Rufus And Chaka Khan - Do You Love What You Feel
- Bar-Kays - Move Your Boogie Body
- Prince - I Wanna Be Your Lover
- Stevie Wonder - Send One Your Love
December 31, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 31, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
December 31, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 31, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
December 31, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 31, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on December 31, 1980?
On December 31, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1980?
On December 31, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 31, 1980?
On December 31, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 31st?
December 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of December. 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 December 31st, such as:
- 2018 - Two people are killed and 34 injured in a bomb blast at a busy shopping center in cotabato in the philippines.
- 2017 - A large number fireworks accidentally went off in a barge during a terrigal new year's day celebration, nsw, australia. this caused thousands of people to be evacuated from terrigal by police. the two barges were also damaged.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): december 2016 baghdad bombings: two bomb blasts in baghdad killed at least 27 and injured more than 50 people in the attack on a central baghdad market. (ap),
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
Do you remember 1980? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to
What was the calendar for December 1980?
December 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.