What happened on Friday January 23, 1981?

Here's what happened on January 23, 1981:

• Ronald Reagan Presidential Inauguration Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the 40th President of the United States, marking a significant shift in American political leadership and ushering in a new conservative era of governance.
• Sichuan Province Earthquake A devastating magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck Sichuan Province, China, resulting in 150 fatalities, 300 injuries, and extensive damage in the Dawu area, highlighting the region's seismic vulnerability.
• Mike Bossy NHL Record Mike Bossy of the New York Islanders became the first NHL player in history to score 50 goals in just 50 games, setting a remarkable milestone in professional hockey.
• Richard Nixon Museum Opens The first museum dedicated to former President Richard Nixon was inaugurated in San Clemente, California, providing a historical archive of his political career and presidency.
• West Berlin Mayoral Election Jochem Bird was elected mayor of West Berlin during a period of significant geopolitical tension during the Cold War.
• MLB Player Trade The Boston Red Sox traded outfielder Fred Lynn to the California Angels in exchange for Frank Tanana and Joe Rudi, a significant player transaction in Major League Baseball.

Events in 1981

January 23, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 23, 1981

Newspapers from Jan. 23, 1981

January 23, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 23rd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 23, 1981 can also be written as 1/23/1981 in the US and as 23/1/1981 in UK and Europe.

January 23, 1981 in January 1981 calendar

Famous people born on January 23, 1981:

• Stefano Lippi

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Famous people born on January 23rd

Famous people died on January 23, 1981:

• Samuel Barber

  Samuel Barber was a prominent 20th-century American classical composer renowned for his deeply emotional and lyrical works, with his Adagio...

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on January 23rd

January 23, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 23, 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 23, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 23, 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 23, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 23, 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 23rd is Aquarius.

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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 23, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 23, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 23, 1981 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 23, 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 23, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 08:40 pm and setting at 09:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 20, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Feb 18, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on January 23, 1981

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Someone born on January 23, 1981 is:

44 years 3 months old,

or 531 months and 21 days old,

or 2311 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16182 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 23, 1981?

There are 254 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 23rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 23, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 23, 1981.

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