What happened on Tuesday May 11, 1982?

Here's what happened on May 11, 1982:

• John Updike Wins Pulitzer Prize for Fiction John Updike was awarded the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for his novel 'Rabbit Is Rich', a significant recognition of his literary talent and contribution to contemporary American literature.
• United States Football League Formation Announcement The United States Football League (USFL), founded by American businessman David Dixon, was officially announced at the prestigious 21 Club in New York City. This marked a significant moment in American sports history, introducing a new professional football league that would challenge the NFL's dominance.
• Stanley Cup Playoff Game: New York Islanders Lead Series In the Stanley Cup playoffs, the New York Islanders defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-4, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the series. This game was part of the Islanders' dominant era in professional hockey.

Events in 1982

May 11, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 11, 1982

Newspapers from May. 11, 1982

May 11, 1982 was a Tuesday and it was the 131st day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 1982 can also be written as 5/11/1982 in the US and as 11/5/1982 in UK and Europe.

May 11, 1982 in May 1982 calendar

Famous people born on May 11, 1982:

• Cory Monteith

  Cory Monteith was a Canadian actor and musician best known for his breakthrough role as Finn Hudson in the popular musical television series...

Famous people born in 1982

Famous people born on May 11th

May 11, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
2. Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire - Titles
3. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers
4. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - I Love Rock 'N Roll
5. Tommy Tutone - 867-5309/Jenny

May 11, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
2. Nicole - A Little Peace
3. PhD - I Won't Let You Down
4. Yazoo - Only You
5. Madness - House Of Fun

May 11, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 1982 was It's Gonna Take A Miracle by Deniece Williams, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Deniece Williams - It's Gonna Take A Miracle
2. Atlantic Starr - Circles
3. Ray Parker Jr. - The Other Woman
4. Patrice Rushen - Forget Me Nots
5. Dazz Band - Let It Whip

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th is Taurus.

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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 11, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 11, 1982 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 1982 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 11, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 10:35 pm and setting at 08:58 am.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 1982.

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Your place in the Universe on May 11, 1982

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Someone born on May 11, 1982 is:

43 years and 3 days old,

or 516 months and 3 days old,

or 2244 weeks and 1 day old,

or 15709 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 11, 1982?

There are 362 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 11th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 11, 1982.

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