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April 20, 1980 was the 111th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is April 20, 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 April 20, 1980, who was born and died on April 20, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Call Me by Blondie), movies (e.g. Action, directed by Tinto Brass), TV series (e.g. The Stockard Channing Show) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 20, 1980?
- April 20, 1980: What happened on that day?
- April 20, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 20, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 20, 1980?
- April 20, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 20, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- April 20, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 20, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- April 20, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 20, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 20, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 20, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 20, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on April 20, 1980?
What day of the week was April 20, 1980?
April 20, 1980 was a Sunday and it was the 111th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 20, 1980 can also be written as 4/20/1980 in the US and as 20/4/1980 in UK and Europe.
April 20, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 20, 1980:
- Cubans begin to arrive in us from mariel boatlift
- The castro regime announces that all cubans wishing to emigrate to the u.s. are free to board boats at the port of mariel west of havana. 125,000 cubans flee by the end of the exodus in october, with 27 deaths.
- Donna white wins lpga florida "lady citrus" golf tournament.
- Climax of berber spring in algeria as hundreds of berber political activists are arrested.
April 20, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 20, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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April 20, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 20, 1980 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 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 April 20, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 41% full, rising at 09:45 am and setting at 12:34 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 31, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Apr 30, 1980.
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Who was born on April 20, 1980?
Famous people born on April 20, 1980:
- Athira Raj
Author of best-selling novels that captivate readers worldwide.
- Franny Kelley
Music journalist and radio host.
- Reginna Silva
Brazilian photographer celebrated for her captivating and emotive images.
- Rahima Akhter
Rahima Akhter is a rising Bangladeshi novelist whose novels explore the complexities of modern Bangladeshi society.
- Timotheus Wöhler
Timotheus Wöhler is a German computer scientist and the co-founder of the software company Celonis.
- Danila Vasilyev
Danila Vasilyev is a Russian journalist and news presenter who has reported on various international events.
- Leelyn Sharma
Leelyn Sharma is an entrepreneur who founded a successful technology startup focused on artificial intelligence.
- Anthem Owens
Anthem Owens was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
- Adelheid Weber
Adelheid Weber is a German biotechnologist who has made contributions to the field of genetic engineering.
- Opaline Petersen
Opaline Petersen is a Danish politician who has been a member of the Folketing since 2019.
- Jasmin Wagner
Jasmin wagner is a german actress and singer known for her music career in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly as the lead singer...
- Onur Ünsal
Onur Ünsal is a Turkish poet whose work is known for its lyrical and introspective style.
- Chris Duffy
Author of children's books including 'The Magic Misfits' series.
- Emma Husar
Australian politician.
- Gunta Baško
Latvian basketball player.
- Arin Paul
Indian screenwriter and director.
- Vibeke Skofterud
- Caroline Aubert
- Waylon
- David Checa
Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:
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Luther VandrossLuther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...
![Jessica Lange]()
Jessica LangeAmerican academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.
![Andy Serkis]()
Andy SerkisAndy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...
![Carmen Electra]()
Carmen ElectraAmerican actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...
![Edie Sedgwick]()
Edie SedgwickAmerican model with amazing eyes and great legs.
![Shemar Moore]()
Shemar MooreAmerican actor, former fashion model.
![Ryan O'Neal]()
Ryan O'NealAfter starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.
![Crispin Glover]()
Crispin GloverAmerican actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...
![Veronica Cartwright]()
Veronica CartwrightVeronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.
![George Takei]()
George TakeiAmerican actor, director, and author.
April 20, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 44 years and 4 days old,
or 528 months and 4 days old,
or 2296 weeks and 3 days old,
or 16075 days old,
if you were born on April 20, 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 April 20, 1980?
There are 361 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 20th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 20, 1980.
April 20, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 20, 1980:
- M. Canagaratnam
Sri lankan politician (d. 1980).
- Hilde Konetzni
- Helmut Käutner
- Félix Welkenhuysen
- Katherine K. Davis
What famous deaths happened on April 20th?
Famous deaths on April 20th:
![Benny Hill]()
Benny HillBritish comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.
![Alan Dale]()
Alan DaleAmerican singer (born 1925).
![Christian X]()
Christian XKing of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.
- Idrissa Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Galdino Balthazar
Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.
- Briyan Stoker
Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.
- Marl Stoker
Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.
- Madylyn Pugh
Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.
- Zakariyah Deby
Former President of Chad.
- Felcia Farr
American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 20th
April 20, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 20, 1980:
- USA- National High Five Day
- Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
- Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
- Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
- April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
- Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).
Observances on April 20, 1980:
- Chinese Language Day
Saints celebrated on April 20, 1980:
- Saint Victor (d.303)
- Saint Marcellinus
- Saint Theotimus (died 407)
April 20, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 20, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 14th and April 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 20, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.
April 20, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blondie - Call Me
- Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)
- Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind
- Billy Preston - With You I'm Born Again
- Ray, Goodman & Brown - Special Lady
April 20, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1980 was Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl by The Detroit Spinners, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.
April 20, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Detroit Spinners - Working My Way Back To You / Forgive Me Girl
- Liquid Gold - Dance Yourself Dizzy
- The Jam - Going Underground / Dreams Of Children
- Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
April 20, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1980 was Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2) by The Isley Brothers, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.
April 20, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 20, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 14th and April 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Isley Brothers - Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2)
- The Brothers Johnson - Stomp
- Leon Haywood - Don't Push It Don't Force It
- The Gap Band - I Don't Believe You Want To Get Up An Dance (Oops!)
- Michael Jackson - Off The Wall
April 20, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 20, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Action
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore
Country: Italy
Die Laughing
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Jeff Werner
Starring: Robby Benson, Linda Grovenor, Charles Durning, Elsa Lanchester
Cannibal Holocaust
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ruggero Deodato
Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile
Country: Italy
Babylon
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Franco Rosso
Starring: Trevor Laird, Karl Howman, Ann Duncan, Brian Bovell, Brinsley Forde, Beverley Michaels, David N. Haynes, Beverley Dublin, Victor Romero Evans, Archie Pool
Country: Italy
Contamination
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Luigi Cozzi
Starring: Carlo Monni, Gisela Hahn, Marino Masé, Carlo De Mejo, Ian McCulloch, Siegfried Rauch, Louise Marleau
Country: Italy
April 20, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 20, 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:
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
Heut' abend
Release year: 1980
April 20, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 20, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
Triple
By: Ken Follett
A New York Times bestseller of terror and suspense from the author of A Column of Fire, World Without End and The Pillars of the Earth. As Egypt gets closer to developing a nuclear weapon, the Mossad’s top-ranking Israeli agent …
Smiley'S People
By: John le Carré
The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, Our Kind of Traitor, and The Night Manager, is now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.
Donahue
By: Phil Donahue
DJ price clipeed at flap. DJ has edge wear, tears and some creasing. Clean pages. Binding is tight.
Portraits
By: Cynthia Freeman
In this timeless story by Cynthia Freeman, four generations of an American immigrant family are brought to life from New York's Lower East Side down to San Francisco.
April 20, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 20, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Zeus World
Computer Bismarck
SOS
Eamon
Fishing Derby
Who was the US President on April 20, 1980?
On April 20, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1980?
On April 20, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 20, 1980?
On April 20, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 20th?
April 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of April. 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 April 20th, such as:
- 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). seven people are killed in kabul when suicide bombers and gunmen storm the communications ministry.
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: isil accepts control of yarmouk camp, southern damascus, to the syrian army in exchange for safe passage into isil-held territory within the syrian desert. this brings the predominantly palestinian refugee area under government control for first time since 2012.
- 2017 - After a man opened fire on police officers at central paris' champs-elysees, one policeman was killed and the other critically injured. a gunman attempted to flee but was shot and killed, while another person was injured. although isil claims responsibility, the claim is disputed. francois hollande, president of france, says all evidence points to a terrorist attack. (abc news america via yahoo!) (bbc),
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 April 1980?
April 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
