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August 05, 1981 was the 217th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 05, 1981 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 05, 1981, who was born and died on August 05, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 05, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield), movies (e.g. An American Werewolf in London, directed by John Landis), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 5th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 05, 1981?
- August 05, 1981: What happened on that day?
- August 05, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 05, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 05, 1981?
- August 05, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 05, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 05, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 05, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 05, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 05, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 05, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 05, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 05, 1981?
What day of the week was August 05, 1981?
August 05, 1981 was a Wednesday and it was the 217th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 05, 1981 can also be written as 8/5/1981 in the US and as 5/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 05, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 05, 1981:
- Federal government began firing striking air traffic controllers
- President reagan fires 11,500 air traffic controllers who struck 2 days ago
- President ronald reagan fires 11,359 striking air-traffic controllers who ignored his order for them to return to work.
August 05, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 05, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
Discover the Rooster 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 August 5th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 05, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 05, 1981 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 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 August 05, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 11:27 am and setting at 11:21 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 17, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Aug 15, 1981.
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Who was born on August 05, 1981?
Famous people born on August 05, 1981:
![Jesse Williams]()
Jesse WilliamsJesse williams is an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Kenta Hamano]()
Kenta HamanoJapanese actor and composer (sakerock).
- Jesse Williams (actor)
Jesse williams is an american actor known for his role as dr.
- Erik Guay
Canadian alpine skier.
- Anna Rawson
Australian golfer.
- Maik Franz
German footballer.
- Carl Crawford
American baseball player.
- Rachel Scott
American murder victim, inspired the rachel's challenge (d. 1999).
- David Clarke
English ice hockey player.
- Travie McCoy
American rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Meghan Markle
Actress.
- Alester Maregwede
Zimbabwean cricketer.
- Cory Williams
American internet celebrity.
- Juan Galavis
Reality star.
- Abigail Spencer
Actress.
- Kō Shibasaki
Japanese actress and singer.
- Genelia D'Souza
Indian actress.
- Marques Houston
Musician.
Whose famous birthday is on August 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 5th:
![Genelia D'Souza]()
Genelia D'SouzaGenelia d'souza is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her roles in popular movies such as 'jaane tu.
![DeRay Davis]()
DeRay DavisDeRay Davis is an American comedian and actor known for his roles in films such as 21 Bridges and Semi-Pro.
![Loni Anderson]()
Loni AndersonAmerican actress.
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Maureen McCormick]()
Maureen McCormickMaureen McCormick is an American actress best known for her role as Marcia Brady on the television series 'The Brady Bunch.
![Mark Strong]()
Mark StrongMark strong is a british actor known for his roles in films such as kingsman, sherlock holmes, and tinker tailor soldier spy.
![John Saxon]()
John SaxonAmerican actor.
![Kara Tointon]()
Kara TointonBritish actress recognized for her work on stage and screen.
![Jonathan Silverman]()
Jonathan SilvermanAmerican producer and actor.
![Olivia Holt]()
Olivia HoltAmerican actress and singer[29].
August 05, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 8 months old,
or 512 months and 14 days old,
or 2228 weeks and 2 days old,
or 15598 days old,
if you were born on August 05, 1981.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 August 05, 1981?
There are 108 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 05, 1981.
August 05, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 05, 1981:
- Corradino D'Ascanio
- Natalia Mola
- Jerzy Neyman
What famous deaths happened on August 5th?
Famous deaths on August 5th:
![Marilyn Monroe]()
Marilyn MonroeAmerican actress, singer, model and actress.
![Richard Burton]()
Richard BurtonBrilliant and famous welsh actor.
![Alec Guinness]()
Alec GuinnessBritish actor, born in the 1930s.
![Carmen Miranda]()
Carmen MirandaPortuguese-american actress, known as "the brazilian bombshell", is flamboyant and a magnet for people.
![Judy Canova]()
Judy CanovaAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1913).
![Queenie Smith]()
Queenie SmithActress/dancer (funny side), passes away at the age of 79.
![Charles Carson]()
Charles CarsonActor, "cry the beloved land", dies at 87.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 5th
August 05, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 05, 1981:
- St. Memmius
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Oswald
- St. Afra and her companions
- Burkina Faso - Independence Day
- Croatia - Victory Day and National Thanksgiving Day
August 05, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 05, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 3rd and August 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1981 was Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 05, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Kenny Rogers - I Don't Need You
- Oak Ridge Boys - Elvira
August 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 05, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakin' Stevens - Green Door
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Hooked On Classics
- Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday
- Aneka - Japanese Boy
- Soft Cell - Tainted Love
August 05, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 1981 was Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.
August 05, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 3rd and August 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Frankie Smith - Double Dutch Bus
- Stacy Lattisaw - Love On A Two Way Street
- Evelyn King - I'm In Love
- Teena Marie - Square Biz
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
August 05, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 05, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
An American Werewolf in London
Release year: 1981
Directed by: John Landis
Starring: David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Joe Belcher, Griffin Dunne
Country: United States of America
Prince of the City
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Sidney Lumet
Starring: Treat Williams, Jerry Orbach, Richard Foronjy, Don Billett
First Monday in October
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Ronald Neame
Starring: Walter Matthau, Jill Clayburgh, Barnard Hughes, Jan Sterling
Evilspeak
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Eric Weston
Starring: Clint Howard, R.G. Armstrong, Joe Cortese, Claude Earl Jones
Honky Tonk Freeway
Release year: 1981
Directed by: John Schlesinger
Starring: David Rasche, Paul Jabara, Howard Hesseman, Teri Garr
August 05, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 05, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Hite Report On Male Sexuality
By: Shere Hite
"A riveting document! "NEWSWEEKOOver 7,000 men from thirteen to ninety seven years old talk about: How they see women as wives, lovers and friends; Why a majority of men love marriage, but not
The Beverly Hills Diet
By: Judy Mazel
NEW BOOK. Never read! This book was found at a closing bookstore. The dust cover could have light shelf wear, or may be damaged by bookstore handling.
Free Fall In Crimson
By: John D. MacDonald
Free Fall in Crimson, a classic crime novel by a beloved master of fiction, features Travis McGee, a hardboiled detective who lives in a houseboat.
Miss Piggy'S Guide To Life
By: Miss Piggy as told to Henry Beard
Hebrew translation of the original text
Cosmos
By: Carl Sagan
One of the most popular science books ever is RETURNING to Television as an All-New Miniseries on FOXCosmos. Sagan presents a blue-blue world that is jewel-like in clear-eyed prose.
August 05, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 05, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Car Wars (TI 99/4A)
Raster Blaster
Gobbler
Ghost Town
Freeway
Who was the US President on August 05, 1981?
On August 05, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1981?
On August 05, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 05, 1981?
On August 05, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 5th?
August 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of August. 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 August 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Three czech soldiers are killed by a taliban suicide bomber in afghanistan during the war in afghanistan (2001 to present). the bombing also leaves two u.s. soldiers and two afghan soldiers with serious injuries.
- 2017 - 2017 v-22 osprey accident: three marine corps members are missing following a mv-22 osprey collision off the coast of queensland, australia. twenty-three of the 26 people aboard have been rescued. (ap),
- 2016 - 2016 assam attacks: gunmen open fire on a assam market, india. 13 people are killed and 18 are injured.
What happened in 1981?
1981 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Supreme Court upholds male-only draft registration, constitutional
- Piaf closes at Plymouth Theater NYC after 165 performances
- 74 government officials die in attack in Iran
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What was the calendar for August 1981?
August 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
