Friday May 08, 1981: on this day

May 08, 1981 was the 128th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 08, 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 May 08, 1981, who was born and died on May 08, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Morning Train (Nine To Five) by Sheena Easton), movies (e.g. Escape from New York, directed by John Carpenter), TV series (e.g. Okres Na Severu) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 08, 1981?


May 08, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 128th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1981 can also be written as 5/8/1981 in the US and as 8/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

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May 08, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 08, 1981:

  • Ron davis pitches 10th consecutive strike out, one short of record.

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May 08, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th 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 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 08, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 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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Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 08, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 1981 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 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 08, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 09:55 am and setting at 12:57 am.

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

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Who was born on May 08, 1981?


Famous people born on May 08, 1981:

  • Stephen Amell

    Stephen amell is a canadian actor best known for his role as oliver queen in the tv series arrow.

  • Andrea Barzagli

    Italian footballer.

  • Manny Gamburyan

    Mixed martial artist from armenia and america.

  • John Maine

    American baseball player.

  • Tatyana Dektyareva

    Russian hurdler.

  • Björn Dixgård

    Swedish singer-songwriter/guitarist (mandodiao).

  • Elizabeth Whitmere

    Canadian screenwriter and actress.

  • Yasuko Tajima

    Japanese swimmer.

  • Jeremy Jahns

    Youtube star.

  • Namosh

    German dj and producer.

  • Ayesha Antoine

    English actress.

  • Mich Dulce

    Singer and fashion designer from the philippines.

  • Blaž Vrhovnik

Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:

  • Enrique Iglesias
    Enrique Iglesias

    Spanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • Melissa Gilbert
    Melissa Gilbert

    Melissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.

  • Gary Glitter
    Gary Glitter

    Gary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).

  • Nora Arnezeder
    Nora Arnezeder

    French singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.

  • David Attenborough
    David Attenborough

    Naturalist and broadcaster in english.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Christina Cole
    Christina Cole

    English actress.

  • James Mitchum
    James Mitchum

    Robert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.

  • Salome Jens
    Salome Jens

    Milwaukee actor.

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May 08, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 42 years 10 months old,

or 514 months and 20 days old,

or 2237 weeks and 6 days old,

or 15665 days old,

if you were born on May 08, 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 May 08, 1981?

There are 41 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 08, 1981.

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May 08, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 08, 1981:

  • Uri Zvi Greenberg

    Israeli poet and writer, known for his nationalist and Zionist themes.

What famous deaths happened on May 8th?

Famous deaths on May 8th:

  • Dirk Bogarde
    Dirk Bogarde

    He was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.

  • George Peppard
    George Peppard

    American actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.

  • Barbara Payton
    Barbara Payton

    American actress, onscreen since 1940.

  • Jeanne Cooper
    Jeanne Cooper

    Minneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).

  • Dennis Waterman
    Dennis Waterman

    English actor and singer (b. 1948).

  • Richard Derr
    Richard Derr

    Actor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.

  • Luceil LeSueur

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.

  • Maurice Sendak

    Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...

  • Celedonio Romero

    Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.

  • Jing Yong

    Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 8th

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May 08, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 08, 1981:

  • Parents' Day in South Korea
  • Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
  • VE Day
  • World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

Observances on May 08, 1981:

  • Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War

Saints celebrated on May 08, 1981:

  • Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
  • Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
  • Saint Ida of Nivelles
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May 08, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 4th and May 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 08, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1981 was Morning Train (Nine To Five) by Sheena Easton, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 08, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 08, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Morning Train (Nine To Five)
  2. - Just The Two Of Us
  3. - Being With You
  4. - Angel Of The Morning
  5. - Bette Davis Eyes youtube

May 08, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 08, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 08, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stand And Deliver
  2. - Stars On 45
  3. - You Drive Me Crazy
  4. - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
  5. - Making Your Mind Up

May 08, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1981 was Sukiyaki by A Taste Of Honey, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 08, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 08, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Sukiyaki
  2. - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
  3. - Just The Two Of Us
  4. - How 'bout Us
  5. - Being With You

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May 08, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 08, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Escape from New York

Escape from New York

Release year: 1981

Directed by: John Carpenter

Starring: Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence

Country: United States of America

Outland

Outland

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Peter Hyams

Starring: Sean Connery, Frances Sternhagen, Peter Boyle, James Sikking

Country: United States of America

Light Years Away

Light Years Away

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Alain Tanner

Starring: Trevor Howard, Mick Ford, Bernice Stegers, Henri Virlojeux

Laawaris

Laawaris

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Prakash Mehra

Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Zeenat Aman, Rakhee Gulzar, Amjad Khan

Attack Force Z

Attack Force Z

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Tim Burstall

Starring: John Phillip Law, Mel Gibson, Sam Neill, Chris Haywood

May 08, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 08, 1981 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Okres na severu

Okres na severu

Release year: 1981

Hindsight

Hindsight

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Lee Hyun Seung

Belle and Sebastian

Belle and Sebastian

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Nicolas Vanier

Baila Comigo

Baila Comigo

Release year: 1981

May 08, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 08, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Delta Decision by Wilbur Smith

The Delta Decision

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The Delta Decision

Paper Money by Adam Smith

Paper Money

By:

Paper Money

The Covenant by James A. Michener

The Covenant

By:

James A. Michener's epic chronicle of South Africa tells the story of adventurers and scoundrels and ministers. It is an epic tale about two continents that have built an empire from vast wilderness.

Tar Baby by Toni Morrison

Tar Baby

By:

Tar Baby, Toni Morrison's reimagining of love is ravishingly beautiful and emotionally explosive. Jadine is a black fashion model who has a white patron and white boyfriend.

The Officers' Wives by Thomas Fleming

The Officers' Wives

By:

The Wives of Officers

May 08, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 08, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Battle of Atlantis

Battle of Atlantis

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: Comsoft

Eliminator

Eliminator

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Multi-directional shooter Space combat

Publisher: Sega

Astro Blaster

Astro Blaster

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Shooter game

Publisher: Sega

Thief

Thief

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze

Publisher: Pacific Novelty

Kaboom!

Kaboom!

Platform: Atari 2600, Atari 5200, Atari 8-bit family

Genre: Action

Publisher: Activision

history

Who was the US President on May 08, 1981?

On May 08, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 1981?

On May 08, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 08, 1981?

On May 08, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 8th?

May 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of May. 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 May 8th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
  • 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
  • 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.

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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 May 1981?

May 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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