Friday October 17, 1980: on this day
About October 17th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: 1st-class debut of Mike Whitney, NSW vs. Queensland
- Day of the week: October 17th, 1980 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Smita Patil, Felicity Jones
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Another One Bites The Dust by Queen
- #1 UK song: Don't Stand So Close To Me by The Police
- Popular movie: The Idolmaker directed by Taylor Hackford
More about October 17th, 1980? See below for more news and curiosities on October 17th, 1980.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 17, 1980?
- October 17, 1980: What happened on that day?
- October 17, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 17, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 17, 1980?
- How old is someone born on October 17, 1980?
- October 17, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- October 17, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 17, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- October 17, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 17, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 17, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 17, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 17, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on October 17, 1980?
What day of the week was October 17, 1980?
October 17, 1980 was a Friday and it was the 291st day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 17, 1980 can also be written as 10/17/1980 in the US and as 17/10/1980 in UK and Europe.
October 17, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 17, 1980:
- 1st-class debut of mike whitney, nsw vs. queensland
- As part of the holy see : united kingdom relations a british monarch makes the first state visit to the vatican
October 17, 1980: What were the magazines covers that day?
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October 17, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 17, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 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 October 17th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 17, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 17, 1980 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 17, 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 October 17, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 02:32 pm and setting at 12:44 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 24, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Oct 23, 1980.
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Who was born on October 17, 1980?
Famous people born on October 17, 1980:
- Mclain Ward
Mclain Ward is an American equestrian who has won multiple Olympic gold medals in show jumping.
- Yekaterina Gamova
Yekaterina gamova is a retired russian volleyball player known for her exceptional height and powerful spikes, and she is considered one of...
- Justin Shenkarow
American actor.
- Sarah Lamb
American ballerina.
- Isaac Mina
Ecuadorian footballer.
- Mohammad Hafeez
Pakistani cricketer.
- Alessandro Piccolo
Italian race car driver.
- Angel Parker
American actress.
- Conor Timmis
- Marina Glezer
- Simone Angelini
- José Argote
- Barbara Bolzan
- Nicholas Britell
- Barbara Kleon
- Tarell Alvin McCraney
- Michela Di Biase
Whose famous birthday is on October 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 17th:
![Smita Patil]()
Smita PatilRenowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
![Felicity Jones]()
Felicity JonesFelicity Jones is an English actress known for her roles in films such as The Theory of Everything, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and On the...
![Wyclef Jean]()
Wyclef JeanWyclef jean is a musician, rapper, and actor known for being a member of the hip-hop group the fugees and for his solo career as a musician.
![Montgomery Clift]()
Montgomery CliftRenowned actor known for his roles in classic films like 'A Place in the Sun'.
![Rob Marshall]()
Rob MarshallAmerican choreographer and director producer.
![Margot Kidder]()
Margot KidderMargot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.
![Evel Knievel]()
Evel KnievelAmerican daredevil and modern-day gladiator, who performs daring motorcycle stunts which have nearly killed him several times.
![Mike Judge]()
Mike JudgeAmerican voice actor, cartoonist, and filmmaker.
![Jean Arthur]()
Jean ArthurAmerican singer and actress (d. 1991).
How old is someone born on October 17, 1980?
Someone born on October 17, 1980 is:
43 years 7 months old,
or 523 months and 3 days old,
or 2274 weeks and 3 days old,
or 15921 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 17, 1980?
There are 150 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 17, 1980.
October 17, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 17, 1980:
- Ugo Sissa
- Yvonne Astruc
- Sam Flint
- Don Rehfeldt
- Harold Emery Moore
What famous deaths happened on October 17th?
Famous deaths on October 17th:
![Danièle Delorme]()
Danièle DelormeFrench actress and producer of film, the daughter a noted painter and resistance worker andra (c) girard.
![Teresa Brewer]()
Teresa BrewerAmerican jazz and pop singer (born 1931).
![Levi Stubbs]()
Levi StubbsAmerican baritone singer (four tops) (born 1936).
![Joan Hickson]()
Joan HicksonBritish actress (born in 1906).
![John Stuart]()
John StuartActor of scottish-english descent (d. 1979).
![Anne Crawford]()
Anne CrawfordActress from israel-english (d. 1956).
- Nathanyl Chopin
Celebrated composer known for his timeless music.
- Elijah Cummings
Elijah Cummings was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the U.S.
- Chadric Chopin
Chadric Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, known for his innovative and expressive piano compositions.
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October 17, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 17, 1980:
- United States - Black Poetry Day
- UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
- French Republican Calendar - Aubergine (Eggplant) Day, twenty-sixth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- Haiti - Jean-Jacques Dessalines (1806), State holiday
- R.C. Saints - Saint Ignatius of Antioch; translation of Saint Audrey (áthelthryth); Saint Richard Gwyn
October 17, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 17, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 13th and October 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 17, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 17, 1980 was Another One Bites The Dust by Queen, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.
October 17, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 17, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Queen - Another One Bites The Dust
- Barbra Streisand - Woman In Love
- Diana Ross - Upside Down
- Air Supply - All Out Of Love
- Pointer Sisters - He's So Shy
October 17, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 17, 1980 was Don't Stand So Close To Me by The Police, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.
October 17, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 17, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Police - Don't Stand So Close To Me
- Ottawan - DISCO
- Barbra Streisand - Woman In Love
- Madness - Baggy Trousers
- Stevie Wonder - Masterblaster (Jammin')
October 17, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 17, 1980 was Funkin' For Jamaica (N.Y.) by Tom Browne, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.
October 17, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 17, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Tom Browne - Funkin' For Jamaica (N.Y.)
- Queen With Wyclef Jean Featuring Pras And Free - Another One Bites The Dust
- Zapp - More Bounch To The Ounce
- Michael Henderson - Wide Receiver (Part I)
- Stevie Wonder - Master Blaster (Jammin')
October 17, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 17, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
October 17, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 17, 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:
It's a Living
Release year: 1980
Country: United States of America
Ladies' Man
Release year: 1980
Country: United States of America
October 17, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 17, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Fifth Horseman
By: Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre
Qaddafi, the Libyan leader, holds New York City hostage in a thriller about terrorist threats. He threatens to set off a hidden nuclear weapon.
Fanny
By: Erica Jong
"A rollicking tale...a tour de force. "--Newsweek Fanny, an infant, is found on the doorstep to a country estate in Wiltshire. Her adoptive parents Lord and Lady raise her to womanhood.
The Sky'S The Limit
By: Wayne Dyer
Are you ready for a new way of living? This book will teach you everything you need to realize your full potential.
The Tenth Commandment
By: Lawrence Sanders
The #1 New York Times-bestselling author shows that he is "a master of suspense" with this thriller about a covetous clergyman. (The Washington Post). Joshua Bigg is an investigator at a Manhattan law office. He spends most of his time …
Loon Lake
By: E.L. Doctorow
Joe is the hero in this dazzling novel by American master E. L. Doctorow. He is a young man who runs away from the Great Depression.
October 17, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 17, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Windfall
Space Firebird
Heli Fire
Astro Fighter
Mission Asteroid
Who was the US President on October 17, 1980?
On October 17, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 17, 1980?
On October 17, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 17, 1980?
On October 17, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 17th?
October 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of October. 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 October 17th, such as:
- 2018 - Two rockets were launched by palestinians from gaza strip at israel. one landed in beersheba in the south, inflicting severe damage to a home but not injuring anyone, while the other landed in the sea.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: battle of raqqa - the syrian democratic forces announce that the battle for isil’s de facto capital is over.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war: the battle of mosul is announced by haider al-abadi, iraqi prime minister, and backed by the u.s.-led coalition. this battle will retake isil-held mosul which was declared the capital of the caliphate in iraq. (reuters),
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 October 1980?
October 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
