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May 18, 1981 was the 138th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 18, 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 May 18, 1981, who was born and died on May 18, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 18, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes), movies (e.g. Green Ice, directed by Ernest Day), TV series (e.g. Okres Na Severu) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 18th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 18, 1981?
- May 18, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 18, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 18, 1981?
- May 18, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 18, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- May 18, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- May 18, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 18, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 18, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 18, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 18, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 18, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on May 18, 1981?
What day of the week was May 18, 1981?
May 18, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 18th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
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 18, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 18, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 18th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 18, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 18, 1981 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 18, 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 May 18, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:50 pm and setting at 06:16 am.
The previous full moon was on May 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jun 17, 1981.
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Who was born on May 18, 1981?
Famous people born on May 18, 1981:
![Tabrett Bethell]()
Tabrett BethellTabrett bethell is an australian actress known for her role as cara mason in the television series legend of the seeker.
![Allen Leech]()
Allen LeechAllen leech is an irish tv actor known for his role as tom branson in the tv series downton abbey.
- Mahamadou Diarra
Malian international footballer.
- Brigitte Yagüe
Spanish taekwondo athlete who won a gold medal at the 2005 World Taekwondo Championships.
- Ashley Harrison
Australian rugby league player.
- Jesse Cox
Youtube star.
- Matthias Dietrich
- Sílvia Alberto
- Zou Shiming
- Brandon Reilly
- Worapoj Petchkoom
- Odirlei de Souza Gaspar
- Edu Dracena
- Thiago Soares
- Fabien Rofes
Whose famous birthday is on May 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 18th:
![Pope John Paul II]()
Pope John Paul IIPope john paul ii was the head of the catholic church from 1978 until his death in 2005, and is known for his role in ending communist rule...
![Perry Como]()
Perry ComoPerry como was an american singer known for his relaxed and smooth vocal style, and for hits like 'catch a falling star' and 'magic...
![Tina Fey]()
Tina FeyAmerican comedian, writer, and producer.
![Charles Trenet]()
Charles TrenetFrench actor, singer and songwriter.
![George Strait]()
George StraitAmerican country western star and country music association award winner.
![Diane McBain]()
Diane McBainAmerican actress.
![Alana Stewart]()
Alana StewartAmerican model, before she married george hamilton with whom she had a son named ashley.
![Miriam Margolyes]()
Miriam MargolyesBritish-Australian actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and stage.
![Matt Long]()
Matt LongAmerican actor.
![Dwayne Hickman]()
Dwayne HickmanAmerican child actor, darryl, and his older brother, were driven by stage mothers.
May 18, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 11 months old,
or 515 months and 7 days old,
or 2240 weeks and 3 days old,
or 15683 days old,
if you were born on May 18, 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 May 18, 1981?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 18, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 18, 1981.
May 18, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 18, 1981:
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Arthur O'Connell]()
Arthur O'ConnellAmerican actor (born in 1908).
- Cru Saroyan
American playwright and novelist known for his works depicting the struggles of Armenian immigrants.
- James Steven Rausch
- Richard Hale
- Mario Maserati
- Juanita Cruz
What famous deaths happened on May 18th?
Famous deaths on May 18th:
![Jill Ireland]()
Jill IrelandBritish actress who has been playing lead roles since the 1950s.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![Alexander Godunov]()
Alexander GodunovRussian-american actor and ballet dancer; defected to america 8/21/1979.
![Elisha Cook]()
Elisha CookJr.
![Steve Forrest]()
Steve ForrestAmerican drummer (placebo).
![Edwina Booth]()
Edwina BoothAmerican memoirist and biographer.
![Bridgette Andersen]()
Bridgette AndersenAmerican actress (born 1975).
- Chayim Rabin
Esteemed biologist known for discoveries in molecular genetics.
- Sahaana Raman
Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology.
- Jery Sivadon
Renowned painter and sculptor.
May 18, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 18, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 18th and May 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 18, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 18, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 18, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 18, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
- Smokey Robinson - Being With You
- Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us
- Juice Newton - Angel Of The Morning
- Stars On 45 - Medley
May 18, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 18, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 18, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 18, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
- Starsound - Stars On 45
- Shakin' Stevens - You Drive Me Crazy
- Ennio Morricone - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
- Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up
May 18, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 18, 1981 was A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do) by Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 18, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 18, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
- Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
- A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
- Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
- Atlantic Starr - When Love Calls
May 18, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 18, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Green Ice
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Ernest Day
Starring: Ryan O'Neal, Anne Archer, Omar Sharif, Domingo Ambriz
Kill and Kill Again
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Ivan Hall
Starring: James Ryan, Anneline Kriel, Michael Mayer, Marloe Scott Wilson
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
Possession
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Andrzej Zulawski
Starring: Isabelle Adjani, Sam Neill, Margit Carstensen, Heinz Bennent
Country: United States of America
Polyester
Release year: 1981
Directed by: John Waters
Starring: Divine, Tab Hunter, Edith Massey, David Samson
May 18, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 18, 1981 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Okres na severu
Release year: 1981
Hindsight
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lee Hyun Seung
Belle and Sebastian
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Nicolas Vanier
Baila Comigo
Release year: 1981
Another Life
Release year: 1981
Country: United States of America
May 18, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 18, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Cosmos
By: Carl Sagan
One of the most popular science books ever is RETURNING to Television as an All-New Miniseries on FOXCosmos. Sagan presents a blue-blue world that is jewel-like in clear-eyed prose.
Creation
By: Gore Vidal
A sweeping novel of politics, war, philosophy, and adventure-in a restored edition, featuring never-before-published material from Gore Vidal's original manuscript-Creation offers a captivating grand tour of the ancient world.Cyrus
Century
By: Fred Mustard Stewart
A century of passion is captured in a thrilling epic novel that spans the globe, from Sicilian prison cells to Fifth Avenue mansions. This is the story about an indomitable woman who lives from Brooklyn to Hollywood.
Reflex
By: Dick Francis
Philip Nore, a long-time jockey, suspects that the fatal accident at the racetrack was murder. He also reveals some dark secrets about corruption, blackmail and murder.
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.
May 18, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 18, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Astrosmash
VIC Avenger
Sabotage
Madness and the Minotaur
Scramble
Who was the US President on May 18, 1981?
On May 18, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 18, 1981?
On May 18, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 18, 1981?
On May 18, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 18th?
May 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of May. 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 May 18th, such as:
- 2019 - Eurovision song contest 2019, duncan laurence representing the netherlands wins the 2019 edition with "arcade". this is the first time that the country has won since 1975.
- 2018 - Santa fe high school shooting: in texas, united states, a school shooting occurs at santa fe high school. twelve others are hurt and eight students are killed, along with two teachers. (ktrk-tv),
- 2017 - United states aircraft bombed a convoy belonging the syrian pro-government militia in a "deconfliction area" around al-tanf.
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 May 1981?
May 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
