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August 22, 1981 was the 234th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 22, 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 August 22, 1981, who was born and died on August 22, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. They All Laughed, directed by Peter Bogdanovich), TV series (e.g. The Kid Super Power Hour With Shazam!) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1981?
- August 22, 1981: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1981?
- August 22, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1981?
What day of the week was August 22, 1981?
August 22, 1981 was a Saturday and it was the 234th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1981 can also be written as 8/22/1981 in the US and as 22/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1981:
- Far eastern air transport flight 103 disintegrates in mid-air and crashes in sanyi township, miaoli county, taiwan. all 110 people on board are killed.
August 22, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 22, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1981 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 August 22, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 11:33 pm and setting at 02:58 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1981.
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Who was born on August 22, 1981?
Famous people born on August 22, 1981:
- Kotaro Nakamura
Kotaro Nakamura is a former Japanese professional baseball outfielder who played in Nippon Professional Baseball.
- Rafał Woś
A Polish journalist and columnist, known for his work on economic and political issues.
- Afua Hirsch
Afua Hirsch is a British entrepreneur and the founder of Sankofa, a social enterprise that promotes African culture and heritage.
- Payam Dehkordi
Payam Dehkordi is an Iranian photographer known for his evocative and thought-provoking images.
- Bernadett Hegedüs
Bernadett Hegedüs is a Hungarian actress known for her roles in television series and films.
- Bannon Linn
American actress known for her roles in television shows and films.
- Cyrus Habib
American politician who served as the 16th Lieutenant Governor of Washington.
- Takumi Saito
Japanese singer and actor.
- Jang Hyun-kyu
South korean footballer (d. 2012).
- Christina Obergföll
German athlete.
- Alex Holmes
American football player.
- Cameron Winklevoss
Businessman.
- Tyler Winklevoss
Businessman.
- Joe Gebbia
Designer.
- Ross Marquand
- Riccardo Nuti
- Olivier Busquet
- Siyabonga Nkosi
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
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Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 7 months old,
or 511 months and 28 days old,
or 2225 weeks and 6 days old,
or 15581 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 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 August 22, 1981?
There are 125 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 22, 1981.
August 22, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1981:
- Vicente Manansala
Filipino painter (b. 1910).
- Alfredo Meschi
- Glauber Rocha
- Lü Wencheng
- Ludwig Janda
- Enrique Maier
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
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August 22, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1981:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1981:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Kenny Rogers - I Don't Need You
- Pointer Sisters - Slow Hand
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
August 22, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakin' Stevens - Green Door
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Hooked On Classics
- Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday
- Aneka - Japanese Boy
- Soft Cell - Tainted Love
August 22, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
- Stacy Lattisaw - Love On A Two Way Street
- Teena Marie - Square Biz
- Larry Graham - Just Be My Lady
- Cheryl Lynn - Shake It Up Tonight
August 22, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
They All Laughed
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Peter Bogdanovich
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Ben Gazzara, Patti Hansen, John Ritter
Nobody's Perfekt
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Peter Bonerz
Starring: Gabe Kaplan, Alex Karras, Robert Klein, Susan Clark
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
Body Heat
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lawrence Kasdan
Starring: William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Richard Crenna, Ted Danson
Country: United States of America
Heartbreak High
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Mark Warren
Starring: John Vernon, Norman Fell, Robert Forster, Thom Haverstock
August 22, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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:
The Kid Super Power Hour with Shazam!
Release year: 1981
Starring: Maylo McCaslin, Barry Gordon, Dawn Jeffory, Burr Middleton
Country: United States of America
August 22, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Eagle'S Gift
By: Carlos Castaneda
Carlos Castaneda takes you into the heart of sorcery. He challenges imagination and reason and shakes the foundations of belief in "natural" or "logical". "His
The Cinderella Complex
By: Colette Dowling
This article discusses the psychological need of many women for someone to take care of them and for women to learn how to get out of this dependency.
Cujo
By: Stephen King
Cujo, Stephen King's #1 National Bestseller for his rabid fans, "hits the Jugular" (New York Times), with the story about a friendly Saint Bernard who is bitten by an ill bat.
Masquerade
By: Kit Williams
Schocken Books. NY. Copyright-1979. This publication-1980. "First American edition." First printing (no later dates, number/letter lines). Blue boards with impressions of the author's initials (KW), in lower corner of frontboard.
August 22, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Munchkin (Europe) K.C. Munchkin! (US)
Asteroids Deluxe
Caverns of Mars
Thief
Space Dungeon
Who was the US President on August 22, 1981?
On August 22, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1981?
On August 22, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1981?
On August 22, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of August. 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 August 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
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 August 1981?
August 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
