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see horoscope and birth chart for August 11, 1981What happened on Tuesday August 11, 1981?
About August 11th, 1981, in brief:
- Historical events: IBM introduces the IBM Personal Computer (IBM PC), a groundbreaking device that would revolutionize personal computing and set industry standards for personal computer architecture. This model, with its open architecture and standardized components, would become a pivotal moment in computing history, paving the way for widespread personal computer adoption.
- Day of the week: August 11th, 1981 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: Endless Love by Diana Ross
- #1 UK song: Green Door by Shakin' Stevens
- Popular movie: Cannibal Ferox directed by Umberto Lenzi
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August 11, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 11, 1981:
- IBM Personal Computer Launch IBM introduces the IBM Personal Computer (IBM PC), a groundbreaking device that would revolutionize personal computing and set industry standards for personal computer architecture. This model, with its open architecture and standardized components, would become a pivotal moment in computing history, paving the way for widespread personal computer adoption.
- First AIDS Fundraiser in New York The inaugural AIDS fundraiser takes place at the New York City apartment of prominent LGBTQ+ activist Larry Kramer. This event marks a critical moment in the early response to the AIDS crisis, highlighting grassroots efforts to raise awareness, funds, and support for those affected by the emerging epidemic.
- Sandi Thom: Scottish Singer-Songwriter Sandi Thom, a Scottish singer and songwriter, is noted as being born or beginning her musical career. Known for her folk-pop style and internet-breakthrough hit "I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker (With Flowers in My Hair)".
August 11, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
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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: 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.
- 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.
- 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 music chart for the week August 10th and August 16th.
- 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 is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 11th is Leo.
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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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Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthAugust 11, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 11, 1981 was Waxing gibbous.
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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Your place in the Universe on August 11, 1981
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How old is someone born on August 11, 1981?
Someone born on August 11, 1981 is:
43 years 9 months old,
or 525 months and 12 days old,
or 2284 weeks and 3 days old,
or 15991 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 11, 1981?
There are 80 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 11th 2025.
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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.
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