Tuesday April 01, 1980: on this day

April 01, 1980 was the 92nd day of the year 1980, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is April 01, 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 01, 1980, who was born and died on April 01, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 01, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Another Brick In The Wall (Part II) by Pink Floyd), movies (e.g. The Cricket, directed by Alberto Lattuada), 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 1st, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 01, 1980?


April 01, 1980 was a Tuesday and it was the 92nd day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 01, 1980 can also be written as 4/1/1980 in the US and as 1/4/1980 in UK and Europe.

April 01, 1980 in April 1980 calendar

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April 01, 1980: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 01, 1980:

  • New york city's transport works union local 100 goes on strike, which continues for 11 days.
  • Failed assassination attempt on iraqi vice-premier tariq aziz.
  • The mariel boatlift from cuba to florida begins.

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April 01, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 1st is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries 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 01, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 01, 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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Discover the planets positions on April 1st, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 01, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 01, 1980 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 01, 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 01, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 07:24 pm and setting at 06:53 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 01, 1980?


Famous people born on April 01, 1980:

  • Randy Orton
    Randy Orton

    American professional wrestler.

  • Hanne Støre

    Hanne Støre is a Norwegian technologist and the co-founder of the technology company Kahoot!.

  • Bijou Phillips

    American actress and model who appeared in various films and TV shows.

  • Brice Davoli

    Italian photographer recognized for his captivating and surreal images.

  • Dennis Kruppke

    German footballer.

  • Yūko Takeuchi

    Japanese actress.

  • Kip Moore

    Country singer.

  • Bryan Buffinton in Ridgewood

    New jersey; actor (bill lewis jr.

  • Kanku Mulekelayi
  • Pascal Oppliger
  • Paola Carinelli
  • Flavien Conne
  • Dmytro Čumak
  • Alessio Dionisi
  • Garðar Jóhannsson

Whose famous birthday is on April 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 1st:

  • Logan Paul
    Logan Paul

    Logan paul is a social media influencer and youtuber known for his controversial content and stunts.

  • Toshirô Mifune
    Toshirô Mifune

    Toshirô mifune was a japanese actor known for his collaborations with director akira kurosawa, particularly in films like seven samurai and...

  • Ali MacGraw
    Ali MacGraw

    Ali macgraw is an american actress and model, best known for her role in the film 'love story'.

  • Mirjana Karanovic
    Mirjana Karanovic

    Renowned Serbian actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater.

  • Debbie Reynolds
    Debbie Reynolds

    American actress, dancer and stage entertainer.

  • Asa Butterfield
    Asa Butterfield

    Asa butterfield is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as 'hugo' and 'ender's game'.

  • Hannah Spearritt
    Hannah Spearritt

    Hannah spearritt is a british pop singer known for being a member of the pop group s club 7..

  • William Daniels
    William Daniels

    William daniels is an american actor known for his roles as mr.

  • Milan Kundera
    Milan Kundera

    Czech republic's most well-known living writer.

  • Rachel Maddow
    Rachel Maddow

    She is an american television and radio personality.

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April 01, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years and 27 days old,

or 528 months and 27 days old,

or 2299 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16098 days old,

if you were born on April 01, 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 01, 1980?

There are 338 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 01, 1980?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 01, 1980.

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April 01, 1980: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 01, 1980:

  • Osten Mäkinen

    Osten Mäkinen was a Finnish painter known for his landscape and still life paintings.

  • Avrelij Lukežič
  • Concetto Gallo
  • Oscar Murua
  • Filippo Prato

What famous deaths happened on April 1st?

Famous deaths on April 1st:

  • Marvin Gaye
    Marvin Gaye

    American singer, keyboard player, drummer and songwriter.

  • Leslie Cheung
    Leslie Cheung

    Hong Kong singer and actor who achieved fame in Asia and internationally.

  • John Forsythe
    John Forsythe

    American actor, singer, and producer (d.2010).

  • Noah Beery
    Noah Beery

    Jr.

  • Jim Jordan
    Jim Jordan

    Actor fibber mcgee, who was born 1896, dies of a blod lump at the age of 91.

  • Barbara Luddy
    Barbara Luddy

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Elanore of Aquitaine

    Elanore of Aquitaine was a powerful and influential medieval queen who ruled as the Duchess of Aquitaine and later as the Queen of France...

  • Liyla Landau

    Soviet physicist known for his contributions to condensed matter physics.

  • Kathleen Lonsdale

    Kathleen Lonsdale was a pioneering British crystallographer who made significant contributions to the understanding of the structure of...

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April 01, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 01, 1980:

  • Orissa - a state in eastern India celebrates "Utkal Divas", its statehood day.
  • India - Start of financial year.
  • Canada - Beginning of government's fiscal year.
  • Japan - The official start of school years in most universities and schools. Also, the official First Day of Work at companies and offices for new university graduates hires, marked by welcoming ceremonies and speeches.
  • April 1 is known as April Fool's Day or All Fools' Day in many countries.
  • Roman Empire - Veneralia celebrated to honor Venus.
  • In San Marino, two Captains Regent, elected by Parliament, take office for six months.
  • Last day of the Assyrian New Year Celebration
  • International Day of the Birds.
  • In England and Wales, local government reorganisations traditionally happen on April 1.

Saints celebrated on April 01, 1980:

  • Saint Waleric
  • Saint Hugh of Grenoble
  • Saint Jacoba
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April 01, 1980: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 01, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 31st and April 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 01, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 01, 1980 was Another Brick In The Wall (Part II) by Pink Floyd, according to the music chart for the week March 31st and April 6th.

April 01, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 01, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 31st and April 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)
  2. - Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me Girl (Medley)
  3. - Call Me youtube
  4. - Crazy Little Thing Called Love youtube
  5. - Too Hot

April 01, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 01, 1980 was Together We Are Beautiful by Fern Kinney, according to the music chart for the week March 31st and April 6th.

April 01, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 01, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 31st and April 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Together We Are Beautiful
  2. - Atomic
  3. - Going Underground / Dreams Of Children
  4. - Take That Look Off Your Face
  5. - Turning Japanese

April 01, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 01, 1980 was Stomp by The Brothers Johnson, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 31st and April 6th.

April 01, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 01, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 31st and April 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Stomp
  2. - And The Beat Goes On
  3. - Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2)
  4. - I Don't Believe You Want To Get Up An Dance (Oops!)
  5. - Off The Wall

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April 01, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 01, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Cricket

The Cricket

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Alberto Lattuada

Starring: Anthony Franciosa, Virna Lisi, Renato Salvatori, Clio Goldsmith

Action

Action

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Tinto Brass

Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore

Country: Italy

Cannibal Holocaust

Cannibal Holocaust

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Ruggero Deodato

Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile

Country: Italy

Babylon

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

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 01, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 01, 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

The Stockard Channing Show

Release year: 1980

Directed by: *

Fox

Fox

Release year: 1980

Starring: Bernard Hill, Derrick O'Connor, Larry Lamb, Ray Winstone

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Ganbare Genki

Ganbare Genki

Release year: 1980

April 01, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 01, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Portraits by Cynthia Freeman

Portraits

By:

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.

Aunt Erma'S Cope Book by Erma Bombeck

Aunt Erma'S Cope Book

By:

"Her audience includes anyone who has ever been married, had children, reached middle age, or owned a dog, duck, or both. "DALLAS TIMES HERALDIn this book Erma comes out of the kitchen with these

Hungry As The Sea by Wilbur Smith

Hungry As The Sea

By:

Wilbur Smith's vividly realistic novels are set on the edge of human courage and nature's fury. This master storyteller takes us to the cold South in Hungry as the Sea.

Princess Daisy by Judith Krantz

Princess Daisy

By:

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.

Donahue by Phil Donahue

Donahue

By:

DJ price clipeed at flap. DJ has edge wear, tears and some creasing. Clean pages. Binding is tight.

April 01, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 01, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Mystery House

Mystery House

Platform: Apple II, PC-6001, PC-8801 iOS, DOS

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: On-Line Systems

B-1 Nuclear Bomber

B-1 Nuclear Bomber

Platform: Apple II, VIC-20, Commodore 64, Atari 8-bit, DOS, TRS-80, CP/M, Texas Instruments TI-99/4A

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: Avalon Hill

Sea Duel

Sea Duel

Platform: Microvision

Genre: Turn-based Strategy

Publisher: Milton Bradley

Dodge 'Em

Dodge 'Em

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

Fishing Derby

Fishing Derby

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Sports (fishing)

Publisher: Activision

history

Who was the US President on April 01, 1980?

On April 01, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 01, 1980?

On April 01, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 01, 1980?

On April 01, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.

history

What is special about April 1st?

April 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st 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 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 iran floods: the iranian government declares an emergency in the southwestern provinces at risk of flooding. they also worked to evacuate many villages, as forecasters foresaw more heavy rains last week that could have caused severe flooding.
  • 2018 - 2016-18 kashmir unrest: two civilians, three soldiers and 13 militants were killed in clashes in south kashmir, india.
  • 2017 - Intervention military against isil: an iraqi airstrike close to al qaim in anbar province, iraq kills ayad al-jumaili. he is believed to be isil’s second-in command.

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history

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.

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