What happened on Thursday July 10, 1980?

Here's what happened on July 10, 1980:

• Khomeini Releases American Hostage Ayatollah Khomeini releases Richard I. Queen, an American hostage, during the ongoing Iran hostage crisis, marking a potential diplomatic breakthrough.
• Sam Shepard's 'True West' Premieres Sam Shepard's critically acclaimed play 'True West' makes its debut at the Magic Theatre in San Francisco, marking an important moment in contemporary American theater.
• Jessica Simpson Born Jessica Simpson, a prominent American singer, actress, and entrepreneur, is born in Abilene, Texas, who would later become a significant pop culture figure.
• Alexandra Palace Fire Alexandra Palace in London suffered its second devastating fire, causing significant damage to the historic landmark. This event highlights the building's troubled history of structural vulnerabilities.
• Extreme Heat Wave Hospitalizes Willie Jones Willie Jones is hospitalized for heat stroke during an unprecedented heat wave, with temperatures reaching a record-breaking 46.5°C, highlighting the dangerous impacts of extreme weather conditions.
• Mark Gonzalez - Chilean Footballer Mark Gonzalez is a notable Chilean professional footballer known for his skills and contributions to the sport.

Events in 1980

July 10, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 10, 1980

Newspapers from Jul. 10, 1980

July 10, 1980 was a Thursday and it was the 192nd day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 10, 1980 can also be written as 7/10/1980 in the US and as 10/7/1980 in UK and Europe.

July 10, 1980 in July 1980 calendar

Famous people born on July 10, 1980:

• Jessica Simpson

  Multifaceted American entertainer who rose to fame as a pop singer and expanded her brand into fashion, television, and philanthropy.

• James Rolfe

  Internet personality and filmmaker best known as the Angry Video Game Nerd, a popular YouTube character who reviews retro video games with...

• Adam Petty

  Promising NASCAR driver from the legendary Petty racing family who tragically died young, cutting short a potential championship career.

• Claudia Leitte

  Brazilian pop singer and songwriter known for her vibrant performances and contributions to the Brazilian music scene.

• Silvia Marty
• Adam Croasdell
• Thomas Ian Nicholas
• Brian Mast

Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on July 10th

Famous people died on July 10, 1980:

• Joseph Krumgold
• Komako Kimura
• Alfredo Sivocci

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on July 10th

July 10, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 10, 1980 was Coming Up by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week July 7th and July 13th.

1. Paul McCartney - Coming Up
2. Paul McCartney - Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)
3. Billy Joel - It's Still Rock And Roll To Me
4. Bette Midler - The Rose
5. Elton John - Little Jeannie

July 10, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 10, 1980 was Xanadu by Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week July 7th and July 13th.

1. Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra - Xanadu
2. Odyssey - Use It Up And Wear It Out
3. Stacy Lattisaw - Jump To The Beat
4. Don McLean - Crying
5. The Detroit Spinners - Cupid / I've Loved You For A Long Time

July 10, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 10, 1980 was Take Your Time (Do It Right) by The S.O.S. Band, according to the music chart for the week July 7th and July 13th.

1. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right)
2. Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
3. Gladys Knight And The Pips - Landlord
4. Larry Graham - One In A Million You
5. Stephanie Mills - Sweet Sensation

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 10th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 10, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 10, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 10, 1980 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 10, 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 July 10, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:08 am and setting at 07:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 28, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jul 27, 1980.

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Someone born on July 10, 1980 is:

44 years 11 months old,

or 539 months and 15 days old,

or 2345 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16421 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 10, 1980?

There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 10th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 10, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 10, 1980.

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