What happened on Thursday May 20, 1982?

Here's what happened on May 20, 1982:

• Birth of Petr Čech, Renowned Czech Goalkeeper Petr Čech was born in Plzeň, Czech Republic. He would go on to become one of the most celebrated goalkeepers in football history, playing for top clubs like Chelsea and Arsenal, and representing the Czech national team. Known for his exceptional reflexes and commanding presence in goal, Čech is particularly famous for wearing a protective rugby-style helmet after suffering a serious head injury in 2006.
• Sea King Helicopter Incident in Chile A Sea King helicopter crashed on a beach near Punta Arenas, Chile. In an unusual turn of events, the three-person crew deliberately burned their aircraft and went into hiding, subsequently managing to escape. This incident suggests potential covert military or intelligence operations during the period of political tension in Chile under Augusto Pinochet's regime.

Events in 1982

May 20, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 20, 1982

Newspapers from May. 20, 1982

May 20, 1982 was a Thursday and it was the 140th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 1982 can also be written as 5/20/1982 in the US and as 20/5/1982 in UK and Europe.

May 20, 1982 in May 1982 calendar

Famous people born on May 20, 1982:

• Sierra Boggess

  Sierra Boggess is a renowned Broadway actress and singer, famous for her leading roles in musicals like 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Love Never...

• Petr Cech

  Petr Cech is a legendary Czech goalkeeper who played for top clubs Chelsea and Arsenal, and is considered one of the best goalkeepers of his...

• Rebecca Hall

  Rebecca Hall is a prominent English-American actress known for her versatile roles in films like 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' and 'The Town'.

• Clément Poitrenaud

  Clément Poitrenaud is a retired French rugby union player who had a distinguished career with Toulouse and the French national team.

• Candace Bailey

  Candace Bailey is a television host and personality known for her work in entertainment and media.

• Jon Cortaberría
• Joachim De Gasperi
• Ngiendula Filipe
• Morten Giæver
• David Harvey
• Wes Hoolahan
• Keti Khitiri
• TJ Klune
• Radek Mezlík
• Allan Arenfeldt Olesen
• Jessica Raine
• Donald Reignoux
• Mihaíl Stamatóyiannis
• Nicolás Suárez

Famous people born in 1982

Famous people born on May 20th

Famous people died on May 20, 1982:

• Merle Tuve

  Merle Tuve was an American physicist who made significant contributions to radar technology during World War II and was a key researcher at...

• Monk Montgomery

Famous people who died in 1982

Famous people who died on May 20th

May 20, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 20, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
2. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers
3. Charlene - I've Never Been To Me
4. Tommy Tutone - 867-5309/Jenny
5. Ray Parker Jr. - The Other Woman

May 20, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 20, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

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 20, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 20, 1982 was It's Gonna Take A Miracle by Deniece Williams, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

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

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th 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 20, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 20, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 20, 1982 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 20, 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 20, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 04:16 am and setting at 06:25 pm.

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 20, 1982

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Someone born on May 20, 1982 is:

42 years 11 months old,

or 515 months and 24 days old,

or 2242 weeks and 6 days old,

or 15700 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 20, 1982?

There are 6 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 20, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 20, 1982.

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