What happened on Saturday April 11, 1981?

Here's what happened on April 11, 1981:

• Reagan's Hospital Discharge US President Ronald Reagan returns home to the White House after recovering from an assassination attempt by John Hinckley Jr. on March 30, 1981. This marked a significant moment of resilience for the president and the nation.
• Brixton Riots in London A significant racial tension erupted in the Brixton area of South London, with rioters engaging in violent confrontations, throwing petrol bombs, attacking police officers, and looting shops. This event highlighted deep-seated racial and socio-economic conflicts in urban Britain.
• Holmes Wins Heavyweight Title Larry Holmes successfully defended his heavyweight boxing title by defeating Trevor Holmes in a grueling 15-round match, further cementing his reputation as a dominant boxer of the era.
• Valerie Bertinelli's Wedding Actress Valerie Bertinelli marries rock musician Eddie Van Halen, a high-profile celebrity wedding that captured significant media attention during the early 1980s.
• Alessandra Ambrosio Birth Alessandra Ambrosio, a renowned Brazilian supermodel, was born on this date. She would later become one of the most recognized Victoria's Secret Angels and an international fashion icon.

Events in 1981

April 11, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 11, 1981

Newspapers from Apr. 11, 1981

April 11, 1981 was a Saturday and it was the 101st day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 11, 1981 can also be written as 4/11/1981 in the US and as 11/4/1981 in UK and Europe.

April 11, 1981 in April 1981 calendar

Famous people born on April 11, 1981:

• Alessandra Ambrosio

  Brazilian supermodel and actress who became one of Victoria's Secret's most recognizable Angels, walking numerous high-profile fashion shows...

• Michael Pitt

  American actor and musician known for his roles in independent films and television series like 'Boardwalk Empire'.

• Alexandre Burrows

  Professional Canadian ice hockey player who played in the NHL, known for his career with the Vancouver Canucks.

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on April 11th

Famous people died on April 11, 1981:

• Caroline Gordon

  American author and critic (b. 1895).

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on April 11th

April 11, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 11, 1981 was Kiss On My List by Daryl Hall & John Oates, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Daryl Hall & John Oates - Kiss On My List
2. Blondie - Rapture
3. Styx - The Best Of Times
4. John Lennon - Woman
5. Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us

April 11, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 11, 1981 was Making Your Mind Up by Bucks Fizz, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

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

April 11, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 11, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
2. The Whispers - It's A Love Thing
3. A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
4. Tom Browne - Thighs High (Grip Your Hips And Move)
5. Grover Washington, Jr. - Just The Two Of Us

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 11th is Aries.

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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 11, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 11, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 11, 1981 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 11, 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 April 11, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 11:07 am and setting at 02:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 20, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Apr 19, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on April 11, 1981

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Someone born on April 11, 1981 is:

44 years 1 month old,

or 529 months and 3 days old,

or 2300 weeks and 4 days old,

or 16104 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 11, 1981?

There are 332 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 11th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 11, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 11, 1981.

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