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May 22, 1981 was the 142nd day of the year 1981, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 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 May 22, 1981, who was born and died on May 22, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 22, 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 22nd, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 22, 1981?
- May 22, 1981: What happened on that day?
- May 22, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 22, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 22, 1981?
- May 22, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 22, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- May 22, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 22, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- May 22, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 22, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 22, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 22, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 22, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on May 22, 1981?
What day of the week was May 22, 1981?
May 22, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 22, 1981:
- Soyuz 40 returns to earth.
May 22, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 22, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
Discover the Rooster 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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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 22nd, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 22, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 22, 1981 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 22, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 10:36 pm and setting at 09:13 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 22, 1981?
Famous people born on May 22, 1981:
- Daniel Bryan
Daniel bryan is a professional wrestler known for his time in wwe and his underdog persona.
- Jurgen Melzer
Austrian tennis player.
- Dash Gopinath
Known for his innovative business strategies.
- Mark O'Meley
Australian rugby league player.
- Bassel Khartabil
Syrian computer programmer and engineer (d. 2015).
- Daniel Holdsworth
Australian singer and guitarist (tubular bells for two).
- Bryan Danielson
American professional wrestler.
- Lee Bullock
English footballer.
- Du Chun
Chinese actor.
- Melissa Gregory
American figure skater.
- Jana Hlaváčková
Czech tennis player.
- Matthew Newbury
English businessman.
- Sara Pascoe
British comedian.
- Louis Talpe
Belgian actor.
- Juan Calma
Filippino architect and visual artist.
- Liene Jansone
- Osmani García
Whose famous birthday is on May 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 22nd:
![Naomi Campbell]()
Naomi CampbellEnglish actress, singer, model and author.
![Bharat Gopy]()
Bharat GopyRenowned Malayalam film actor who appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films.
![Charles Aznavour]()
Charles AznavourFrench music has been a rage for many decades, and it still has a loyal following.
![Johnny Gill]()
Johnny GillJohnny gill is an r&b singer known for his solo career and as a member of the group new edition.
![George Best]()
George BestFootballer from northern ireland (d. 2005).
![Lucy Gordon]()
Lucy GordonBritish actress and model (born 1980).
![Susan Strasberg]()
Susan StrasbergAmerican actress, who made her film debut in 1954.
![Richard Benjamin]()
Richard BenjaminAmerican actor, on-screen since 1969.
![Alison Eastwood]()
Alison EastwoodClint eastwood's daughter; actress ("tightrope").
![Paul Winfield]()
Paul WinfieldAmerican actor (d. 2004).
May 22, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 10 months old,
or 514 months and 28 days old,
or 2239 weeks
or 15673 days old,
if you were born on May 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 May 22, 1981?
There are 33 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 22, 1981.
May 22, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 22, 1981:
- Henri Brasseur
- Anker Hansen
- Boris Sagal
- Michael Kmit
- Victoriano de La Serna
What famous deaths happened on May 22nd?
Famous deaths on May 22nd:
![John Derek]()
John DerekAfter his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.
![Margaret Rutherford]()
Margaret RutherfordEnglish actress (born in 1892).
![Rocky Graziano]()
Rocky GrazianoAmerican actor and boxer (d. 1990).
![Joan Davis]()
Joan DavisActress joan (i married joan) dies at 53 from a heart attack.
- Victor Hugo
French poet, writer, novelist and essayist.
- Joseth Roth
Joseth Roth was an American novelist and short story writer who is best known for his novels American Pastoral and The Human Stain.
- Kairyn Mack
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
- Johnchristopher Williams
Renowned composer known for his film scores.
- Dalessandro Manzoni
An Italian novelist and poet, considered one of the greatest writers of the Italian language.
- Harvin Langston
Harvin Langston was an American poet and a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance.
May 22, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 22, 1981:
- Victoria Day in Canada
- World Biodiversity Day.
- Republic of Yemen - National Day.
- National Heroes Day in Sri Lanka.
- National Maritime Day in the United States.([1])
Observances on May 22, 1981:
- International Day for Biological Diversity
Saints celebrated on May 22, 1981:
- Saint Humilita
- Saint Rita of Cascia
- Saint Atto
- Saint Emile
- Saint Fulk
- Saint Lupus
- Saint Romanus
- Saint Julia
- Saint Renata of Bavaria
May 22, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 22, 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 22, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 22, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 22, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 22, 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 22, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 22, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 22, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 22, 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 22, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 22, 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 22, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 22, 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 22, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 22, 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 22, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 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:
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 22, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 22, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The White Hotel
By: D.M. Thomas
It's a dream of inexplicable violence and electrifying eroticism, as a young woman recounts it to her analyst, Sigmund Fréud. It's a disturbing, but not overtly graphic account of the Holocaust.
God Emperor Of Dune
By: Frank Herbert
Dune is alive and well after hundreds of years. Leto, the son and savior of Dune, is alive, but far from human. This is the fate of all humanity
The Beverly Hills Diet
By: Judy Mazel
NEW BOOK. Never read! This book was found at a closing bookstore. The dust cover could have light shelf wear, or may be damaged by bookstore handling.
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.
May 22, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 22, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Vanguard
Raster Blaster
Ulysses and the Golden Fleece
Stargate
Defender
Who was the US President on May 22, 1981?
On May 22, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 22, 1981?
On May 22, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 22, 1981?
On May 22, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 22nd?
May 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2019 - War in donbass - the ukrainian military reports that eight ukrainian soldiers were captured by prorussian fighters close to novotroyitske.
- 2018 - Southern damascus offensive (april-may 2018, syria): the syrian government declares damascus, its environs "completely safe" after taking yarmouk camp from isil and hajar al aswad.
- 2017 - 2017 manchester arena bombing: the greater manchester police (gmp), reported that there were deadly explosions at manchester arena, manchester, england. this happened at the conclusion of ariana grande's dangerous woman tour performance. (bbc) (the guardian). the gmp confirmed that at least 19 people were killed and 50 more injured, and is treating it as a terrorist attack. no one immediately claimed responsibility.
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.
