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August 11, 1981 was the 223rd day of the year 1981, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 11, 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 11, 1981, who was born and died on August 11, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 11, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. Body Heat, directed by Lawrence Kasdan), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 11th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 11, 1981?
- August 11, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 11, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 11, 1981?
- August 11, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 11, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 11, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 11, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 11, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 11, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 11, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 11, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 11, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 11, 1981?
What day of the week was August 11, 1981?
August 11, 1981 was a Tuesday and it was the 223rd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 11, 1981 can also be written as 8/11/1981 in the US and as 11/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 11, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 11th 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 11, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 11, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 11th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 11, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 11, 1981 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 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 August 11, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 05:09 pm and setting at 02:53 am.
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 11, 1981?
Famous people born on August 11, 1981:
- Luca Cambiasso
Argentinian footballer who played as a midfielder for clubs like Inter Milan and the Argentina national team.
- Austin Tice
American journalist who went missing in Syria in 2012.
- Daniel Poohl
Swedish journalist.
- Alan Mackin
Scottish tennis champion.
- Fiona Sit
Actress and singer from hong kong.
- Taufik Hidayat
Athlete.
- Sandi Thom
Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist.
- Diego Rivero
Whose famous birthday is on August 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 11th:
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Hulk HoganHulk hogan is a retired professional wrestler known for his time in the world wrestling federation (wwf, now wwe) and for being one of the...
![Chris Hemsworth]()
Chris HemsworthChris hemsworth is an australian actor best known for his role as thor in the marvel cinematic universe.
![Viola Davis]()
Viola DavisViola davis is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films and television, and for being the first black actress to...
![Arlene Dahl]()
Arlene DahlArlene dahl is an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films suchjson as 'journey to the center of the earth' and...
![Alyson Stoner]()
Alyson StonerAmerican actress, model and singer.
![Pervez Musharraf]()
Pervez MusharrafPakistani politician and general 10th president of pakistan.
![Alex Haley]()
Alex HaleyAmerican journalist, novelist, and journalist haley is best known for his 1976 pulitzer prize-winning book "roots".
![Eric Carmen]()
Eric CarmenAmerican singer-songwriter/guitarist (raspberries).
![Fernando Arrabal]()
Fernando ArrabalSpanish screenwriter, screenwriter, director, novelist, poet, and playwright.
![Anna Gunn]()
Anna GunnTv actress.
August 11, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 8 months old,
or 512 months and 8 days old,
or 2227 weeks and 3 days old,
or 15592 days old,
if you were born on August 11, 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 11, 1981?
There are 114 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 11, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 11, 1981.
August 11, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 11, 1981:
- Valentine Tessier
What famous deaths happened on August 11th?
Famous deaths on August 11th:
![Robin Williams]()
Robin WilliamsAfter learning improv at l.a.
![Anne Heche]()
Anne HecheAmerican actress, heche, who started her career in new york at age 17 as a soap star.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Anne Ramsey]()
Anne RamseyAmerican actress (d. 1988).
![Phil Harris]()
Phil HarrisAmerican singer-songwriter and actor (b. 1904).
![John Meillon]()
John MeillonActor (wild duck crocodile dundee).
![Tom Drake]()
Tom DrakeActor, green years, warkill, dies from lung cancer at the age of 63.
![George Furth]()
George FurthAmerican playwright and actor (d. 2008).
- Andrew Carnegie
Scottish-american industrialist who in 1899 consolidated his steel industries.
- Jackson Pollock
American painter, exponent of abstract expressionism, and in particular the form known as "action paintings", pollack is an american artist.
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August 11, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 11, 1981:
- Zimbabwe - Heroes Day
- Taiwan - Valentine's Day
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Tiburtius
- St. Chromatius
- St. Equitius
- St. Gery/Gaugericus
- St. Susanna
- Brazil - Studentás Day, Lawyerás Day, Foundation of the Law Studies in Brazil
August 11, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 11, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 10th and August 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 11, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 11, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 11, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 11, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Kenny Rogers - I Don't Need You
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
- Oak Ridge Boys - Elvira
August 11, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 11, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 11, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 11, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 10th and August 16th. 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 11, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 11, 1981 was I'm In Love by Evelyn King, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
August 11, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 11, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 10th and August 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Evelyn King - I'm In Love
- Stacy Lattisaw - Love On A Two Way Street
- Teena Marie - Square Biz
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
- Cheryl Lynn - Shake It Up Tonight
August 11, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 11, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Body Heat
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lawrence Kasdan
Starring: William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Richard Crenna, Ted Danson
Country: United States of America
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
Heartbreak High
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Mark Warren
Starring: John Vernon, Norman Fell, Robert Forster, Thom Haverstock
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
August 11, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 11, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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.
The Cinderella Complex
By: Colette Dowling
This article discusses the psychological need of many women for someone to take care of them and for women to learn how to get out of this dependency.
License Renewed
By: John Gardner
Different cover same book. There is some edge and spine wear. Excellent condition. Shipping was quick and well packed!
You Can Negotiate Anything
By: Herb Cohen
Herb Cohen believes that the world is a huge negotiating table. And, whether you like it or not: You are a negotiator. You can deal with your spouse, boss or bank manager, your children, solicitor or department store manager.
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.
August 11, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 11, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Galactic Saga IV: Tawala's Last Redoubt
New Rally-X
Stampede
Fantasy
Lock 'n' Chase
Who was the US President on August 11, 1981?
On August 11, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 11, 1981?
On August 11, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 11, 1981?
On August 11, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 11th?
August 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th 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 11th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: fighting continues around ghazni.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: isil forces attack an iranian islamic revolutionary guard corps base in vast desert areas of eastern homs governorate. the base was manned by 12-18 fighters. all but one are killed.
- 2016 - August 2016 thailand bombings. two bombs in plant pots explode, killing at least one person, and injuring ten others in hua hin district in thailand.
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.
