What happened on Monday January 19, 1981?

Here's what happened on January 19, 1981:

• Iran Hostage Crisis Resolution The United States and Iran signed a historic agreement to release 52 American hostages who had been held captive for 14 months. This diplomatic breakthrough marked the end of a prolonged and tense international standoff that had significantly strained US-Iran relations.
• Muhammad Ali's Compassionate Intervention Boxing legend Muhammad Ali demonstrated his humanitarian side by personally intervening to prevent a 21-year-old from committing suicide. Using his charisma and empathy, Ali talked the young man out of taking his own life, showcasing the boxer's profound impact beyond the sporting arena.
• Devastating Earthquake in Irian Jaya, Indonesia A powerful magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck the Jayawijaya Mountains in Irian Jaya, Indonesia, resulting in significant loss of life. The disaster claimed 305 lives, left numerous people injured, and approximately 1,000 individuals were reported missing, highlighting the catastrophic impact of the seismic event.

Events in 1981

January 19, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 19, 1981

Newspapers from Jan. 19, 1981

January 19, 1981 was a Monday and it was the 19th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 19, 1981 can also be written as 1/19/1981 in the US and as 19/1/1981 in UK and Europe.

January 19, 1981 in January 1981 calendar

Famous people born on January 19, 1981:

• Audrey Lamy

  Audrey Lamy is a prominent French actress and comedian, recognized for her comedic roles in the popular TV series 'Scènes de Ménages' and...

• Bitsie Tulloch

  Bitsie Tulloch is an American actress known for her roles in television series, particularly in the supernatural drama 'Grimm'.

• Lucho González

  Lucho González is a renowned Argentinian footballer who played as a midfielder for several top clubs including Porto and Atlético Mineiro.

• Florent Piétrus

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on January 19th

Famous people died on January 19, 1981:

• Francesca Woodman

  Francesca Woodman was an influential American photographer renowned for her black-and-white self-portraits that explored themes of identity,...

• Luigi Oggiano
• Iva Pacetti

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on January 19th

January 19, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 19, 1981 was (Just Like) Starting Over by John Lennon, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

1. John Lennon - (Just Like) Starting Over
2. Neil Diamond - Love On The Rocks
3. Blondie - The Tide Is High
4. Barbra Streisand - Guilty
5. Bruce Springsteen - Hungry Heart

January 19, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 19, 1981 was Imagine by John Lennon, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

1. John Lennon - Imagine
2. Adam & The Ants - Antmusic
3. John & Yoko & The Plastic Ono Band With The Harlem Community Choir - Happy Christmas (War Is Over)
4. Jona Lewie - Stop The Cavalry

January 19, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 19, 1981 was Celebration by Kool & The Gang, according to the music chart for the week January 19th and January 25th.

1. Kool & The Gang - Celebration
2. The Jacksons - Heartbreak Hotel
3. Aretha Franklin - United Together
4. Lakeside - Fantastic Voyage
5. Cameo - Keep It Hot

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 19th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 19, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 19, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 19, 1981 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 19, 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 January 19, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:31 pm and setting at 07:24 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jan 20, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on January 19, 1981

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Someone born on January 19, 1981 is:

44 years 3 months old,

or 531 months and 4 days old,

or 2309 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16165 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 19, 1981?

There are 271 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 19th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 19, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 19, 1981.

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