Wednesday July 16, 1980: on this day

July 16, 1980 was the 198th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is July 16, 1980 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 16, 1980, who was born and died on July 16, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 16, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. It's Still Rock And Roll To Me by Billy Joel), movies (e.g. Be-Reham, directed by Raghunath Jhalani), TV series (e.g. Coming Home) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 16th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 16, 1980?


July 16, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 198th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 16, 1980 can also be written as 7/16/1980 in the US and as 16/7/1980 in UK and Europe.

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July 16, 1980: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 16, 1980:

  • Polish railway workers block railway to russia
  • Browse newspapers headlines from July 16, 1980
  • Former california governor and actor ronald reagan is nominated for u.s. president, at the republican national convention in detroit, michigan.

July 16, 1980: What were the magazines covers that day?

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July 16, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 16th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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 16, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 16, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Monkey personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on July 16th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 16, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 16, 1980 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 16, 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 16, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 09:53 am and setting at 11:06 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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Who was born on July 16, 1980?


Famous people born on July 16, 1980:

  • Solly Msimanga

    South African politician and former Mayor of Tshwane.

  • Chris 'CT' Tamburello

    Chris 'ct' tamburello is a reality tv personality known for appearing on the mtv series the challenge.

  • Jesse Jane

    American pornographic actresses and erotic models.

  • Ivey Wanda

    Wanda Ivey is a retired professional basketball player known for her exceptional skills on the court.

  • Adam Scott

    Australian professional golfer with multiple PGA Tour wins.

  • Karina Longworth

    Karina Longworth is a film critic, author, and creator of the podcast You Must Remember This.

  • Adam Derek Scott

    Athlete.

  • Justine Joli

    American pornographic actress, model, and ballerina.

  • Adam Scott (golfer)
  • Nuremberg (Germany)
  • Takehiro Kashima
  • Oliver Marach
  • Elvira Nikolaisen
  • Qayrat Oʻtaboyev
  • Elena Ficarelli
  • Aleksandra Vujović
  • José Amaya
  • Tvboy
  • Lindsey Berg
  • Giorgio Di Vicino

Whose famous birthday is on July 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 16th:

  • Katrina Kaif
    Katrina Kaif

    Katrina kaif is a british actress and model known for her work in bollywood films.

  • Corey Feldman
    Corey Feldman

    Corey feldman is a well-known american actor and musician, best known for his roles in popular 1980s films such as the goonies and stand by...

  • Phoebe Cates
    Phoebe Cates

    Phoebe cates is a former american actress known for her roles in popular 1980s films such as 'fast times at ridgemont high' and 'gremlins'.

  • Will Ferrell
    Will Ferrell

    American comedian and actor who started his career on "saturday night live.

  • Ginger Rogers
    Ginger Rogers

    American actress and dancer, rogers was a glamour queen who wore chic clothes and sounded down-to-earth vowels.

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Michael Flatley
    Michael Flatley

    A talented irish-american dancer taps at a staggering 28 taps per second.

  • Rubén Blades
    Rubén Blades

    Actor and singer-songwriter from panama.

  • Chris Pontius
    Chris Pontius

    American actor and jackass cast member.

  • Faye Grant
    Faye Grant

    American actress.

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July 16, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 43 years 8 months old,

or 524 months and 3 days old,

or 2278 weeks and 6 days old,

or 15952 days old,

if you were born on July 16, 1980.

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 July 16, 1980?

There are 119 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 16, 1980?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 16, 1980.

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July 16, 1980: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 16, 1980:

  • Creighton Buck

    Known for his work in chaos theory and nonlinear dynamics.

  • Hubert Jedin
  • William Chalmers

What famous deaths happened on July 16th?

Famous deaths on July 16th:

  • Patrick Dewaere
    Patrick Dewaere

    French leading man in films of the 1970s.

  • Harry Chapin
    Harry Chapin

    American singer, musician, trumpeter, and guitarist.

  • James Gammon
    James Gammon

    American actor (born in 1940).

  • Patsy Ruth Miller
    Patsy Ruth Miller

    Actress (wide open sap twin beds, sap), dies at 91.

  • Meli Lorca

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Lynnon Frost

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Carols Cruz

    Iconic Brazilian samba singer and actress.

  • Felma Hertz

    Contributed to the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

  • Nguyen Du

    Vietnamese poet best known for writing 'The Tale of Kieu'.

  • Tanaka Kakuei

    Former Prime Minister of Japan known for economic policies.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on July 16th

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July 16, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 16, 1980:

  • Botswana - President's Day (2nd day)
  • Catholic - Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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July 16, 1980: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 16, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 14th and July 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 16, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 16, 1980 was It's Still Rock And Roll To Me by Billy Joel, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 16, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 16, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - It's Still Rock And Roll To Me
  2. - Coming Up
  3. - Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)
  4. - Little Jeannie
  5. - Cupid/I've Loved You For A Long Time (Medley)

July 16, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 16, 1980 was Xanadu by Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 16, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 16, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Xanadu
  2. - Use It Up And Wear It Out
  3. - Jump To The Beat
  4. - Crying
  5. - Cupid / I've Loved You For A Long Time

July 16, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 16, 1980 was Take Your Time (Do It Right) by The S.O.S. Band, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 16, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 16, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Take Your Time (Do It Right)
  2. - One In A Million You
  3. - Landlord
  4. - Let's Get Serious
  5. - Cupid/I've Loved You For A Long Time

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July 16, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 16, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Be-Reham

Be-Reham

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Raghunath Jhalani

Starring: Sanjeev Kumar, Mala Sinha, Shatrughan Sinha, Reena Roy

The Hunter

The Hunter

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Buzz Kulik

Starring: Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach, Kathryn Harrold, LeVar Burton

Hangar 18

Hangar 18

Release year: 1980

Directed by: James L. Conway

Starring: Darren McGavin, Robert Vaughn, Gary Collins, James Hampton

Contamination

Contamination

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Luigi Cozzi

Starring: Ian McCulloch, Louise Marleau, Marino Masé, Siegfried Rauch

Action

Action

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Tinto Brass

Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore

Country: Italy

July 16, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 16, 1980 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Coming Home

Coming Home

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Layne McDonald

The British Greats

The British Greats

Release year: 1980

Speak Up, America

Speak Up, America

Release year: 1980

July 16, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 16, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Real War by Richard Nixon

The Real War

By:

The Real War

Kane & Abel by Jeffrey Archer

Kane & Abel

By:

William Lowell Kane, and Abel Rosnovski were both born on the same day. One was the son of a Boston millionaire while the other was a penniless Polish immigrant. Two men were born on the opposite sides of the Atlantic …

Heartsounds by Martha Weinman Lear

Heartsounds

By:

This is the national bestseller and unwavering testimony of a wife's love to her husband, as he begins the fight of his lifetime.

Craig Claiborne'S Gourmet Diet by Craig Claiborne with Pierre Franey

Craig Claiborne'S Gourmet Diet

By:

low-sodium recipes Modified-fat recipes Modified-cholesterol Recipes Low-fat Cookbook

Donahue by Phil Donahue

Donahue

By:

DJ price clipeed at flap. DJ has edge wear, tears and some creasing. Clean pages. Binding is tight.

July 16, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 16, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crazy Balloon

Crazy Balloon

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze game

Publisher: Taito

Star Castle

Star Castle

Platform: Arcade, Vectrex

Genre: Multi-directional shooter

Publisher: Cinematronics

Musician

Musician

Platform: Magnavox Odyssey² (US) Philips Videopac (Europe)

Genre: Music

Publisher: Philips

Horse Racing

Horse Racing

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Sports/Racing/Thoroughbred horse racing/Gambling

Publisher: Mattel

Kaitei Takara Sagashi

Kaitei Takara Sagashi

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Action

Publisher: Namco

history

Who was the US President on July 16, 1980?

On July 16, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 16, 1980?

On July 16, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 16, 1980?

On July 16, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 16th?

July 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of July. 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 July 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: airstrikes by the syrian government targeting residential areas in jisr al-shughur and khan shaykhun in idlib province kill at least nine civilians, and injure fourteen others.
  • 2018 - 2015-2018 iraqi protests - demonstrations in iraq leave many people dead and create mass unrest.
  • 2017 - Jodie whittaker will replace peter capaldi in the 13th doctor's incarnation, making her the first woman to assume the role of doctor who's science fiction television series.

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What happened in 1980?

1980 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • International Decade of Water & Sanitation begins
  • Sweden changes order of succession to throne
  • President Carter announces US boycott of Moscow Olympics

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What was the calendar for July 1980?

July 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.

Discover how July 1980 calendar looked like.

Wednesday July 16, 1980