What happened on Friday May 01, 1981?

Here's what happened on May 01, 1981:

• American Airlines Launches AAdvantage Program American Airlines introduced the world's first frequent-flyer program, 'AAdvantage', revolutionizing customer loyalty in the airline industry by offering rewards and benefits to frequent travelers.
• Billie Jean King's Personal Revelation Tennis star Billie Jean King publicly acknowledged a lesbian relationship with Marilyn Barnett, a significant moment in LGBTQ+ visibility in professional sports during the early 1980s.
• Chile Introduces Private Pension System Chile implemented a groundbreaking pension reform, transitioning to a privatized pension system based on individual retirement accounts. This innovative approach would later influence pension reforms in other countries.
• Senator Harrison Williams Convicted in Abscam Scandal Senator Harrison Williams, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted on FBI Abscam charges, marking a significant moment in political corruption investigations during the early 1980s.
• Radio Shack Releases Model III TRSDOS Radio Shack launched the Model III TRSDOS 1.3, a significant software release for their popular TRS-80 microcomputer series, contributing to the early personal computing revolution.
• Birth of Alexander Hleb Alexander Hleb, a notable Belarusian footballer, was born on this date. He would later become a prominent player in European football, known for his technical skills and midfield creativity.
• Death of Dr. Clarence A. Bacote Dr. Clarence A. Bacote, a distinguished historian and political scientist, passed away at the age of 75. He was known for his significant contributions to academic research and understanding of social dynamics.

Events in 1981

May 01, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 01, 1981

Newspapers from May. 01, 1981

May 01, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 121st day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1981 can also be written as 5/1/1981 in the US and as 1/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

May 01, 1981 in May 1981 calendar

Famous people born on May 01, 1981:

• Wes Welker

  Prominent NFL wide receiver and punt returner who played for the New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, and St. Louis Rams.

• Kunal Nayyar

  Indian actor best known for playing Rajesh Koothrappali in the popular sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory'.

• Justin Vernon

  Indie folk musician and lead singer of Bon Iver, critically acclaimed for his unique musical style and emotional songwriting.

• Aliaksandr Hleb

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on May 1st

Famous people died on May 01, 1981:

• Heinosuke Gosho
• Eugène Auwerkeren
• Harry Johnson
• Barry Jones

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on May 1st

May 01, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 1981 was Morning Train (Nine To Five) by Sheena Easton, according to the music chart for the week April 27th and May 3rd.

1. Sheena Easton - Morning Train (Nine To Five)
2. Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us
3. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
4. Juice Newton - Angel Of The Morning
5. Daryl Hall & John Oates - Kiss On My List

May 01, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 1981 was Making Your Mind Up by Bucks Fizz, according to the music chart for the week April 27th and May 3rd.

1. Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up
2. Shakin' Stevens - This Ole House
3. Stevie Wonder - Lately
4. Ennio Morricone - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
5. Landscape - Einstein A-Go-Go

May 01, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 01, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week April 27th and May 3rd.

1. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
2. A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
3. Grover Washington, Jr. - Just The Two Of Us
4. Champaign - How 'bout Us
5. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

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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 01, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 01, 1981 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1981 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 01, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 04:41 am and setting at 06:06 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on May 19, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on May 01, 1981

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Someone born on May 01, 1981 is:

44 years and 13 days old,

or 528 months and 13 days old,

or 2297 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16084 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1981?

There are 352 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 01, 1981.

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