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June 24, 1981 was the 175th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is June 24, 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 June 24, 1981, who was born and died on June 24, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 24, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes), movies (e.g. Blow Out, directed by Brian De Palma), TV series (e.g. Okres Na Severu) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 24th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 24, 1981?
- June 24, 1981: What happened on that day?
- June 24, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 24, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 24, 1981?
- June 24, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 24, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- June 24, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 24, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- June 24, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 24, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 24, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- June 24, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 24, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 24, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on June 24, 1981?
What day of the week was June 24, 1981?
June 24, 1981 was a Wednesday and it was the 175th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 24, 1981 can also be written as 6/24/1981 in the US and as 24/6/1981 in UK and Europe.
June 24, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 24, 1981:
- The humber bridge is opened to traffic, connecting yorkshire and lincolnshire. it would be the world's longest single-span suspension bridge for 17 years.
- Six young people in yugoslavia first saw what they believed to be an apparition of the virgin mary.
June 24, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 24th is Cancer.
Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.
Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 24, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 24, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 24th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 24, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 24, 1981 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 24, 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 June 24, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 12:42 am and setting at 01:28 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jun 17, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jul 17, 1981.
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Who was born on June 24, 1981?
Famous people born on June 24, 1981:
- Geffrey Mutai
Kenyan long-distance runner who has won the Boston Marathon and New York City Marathon multiple times.
- Anastasia Churkina
Anastasia Churkina is a Russian journalist known for her work with RT America.
- Joe Taslim
Joe taslim is an indonesian actor known for his roles in the raid: redemption and fast & furious 6..
- Cory Richards
Cory Richards is a National Geographic photographer and mountaineer who has documented numerous expeditions.
- Kacey Montoya
Kacey Montoya is a journalist known for her work in broadcast news.
- George Ragan
Rock singer.
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Vanessa Ray- Lily Kahumoku
- Jason Edwin
- Gabriel Zuchtriegel
- Norberto Mulenessa Maurito
- Łukasz Żal
- Johnny 3 Tears
Whose famous birthday is on June 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 24th:
![Mick Fleetwood]()
Mick FleetwoodMick fleetwood is a british musician and actor, best known as the drummer and co-founder of the rock band fleetwood mac.
![Mindy Kaling]()
Mindy KalingAmerican comedian, writer, producer, and actress.
![Minka Kelly]()
Minka KellyMinka kelly is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows such as friday night lights and parenthood.
![Nancy Allen]()
Nancy AllenNancy allen is an american actress known for her roles in iconic films such as 'carrie' and 'robocop'.
![Joe Penny]()
Joe PennyBritish-american tv and film actor.
![Michele Lee]()
Michele LeeAmerican actress and singer who played karen mackenzie on cbs's tv prime-time soap, "knots landing" for 14 seasons.
![Peter Weller]()
Peter WellerAmerican actor.
![Iain Glen]()
Iain GlenScottish actor, who won the silver bear award at the berlin international film festival in 1990 for his portrayal as larry winters, the...
![Carla Gallo]()
Carla GalloAmerican actress.
June 24, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 9 months old,
or 513 months and 26 days old,
or 2234 weeks and 2 days old,
or 15640 days old,
if you were born on June 24, 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 June 24, 1981?
There are 66 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 24, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 24, 1981.
June 24, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 24, 1981:
- Betty McKinnon
- Carlo Stagno d'Alcontres
- Giuseppe Togni
What famous deaths happened on June 24th?
Famous deaths on June 24th:
![Eli Wallach]()
Eli WallachAmerican actor, tv and stage actor.
![Jackie Gleason]()
Jackie GleasonAmerican comedian.
![David Tomlinson]()
David TomlinsonScotland, united kingdom -- actor ("mary poppins," helter skelter).
![Brian Keith]()
Brian KeithAmerican actor and tv star, who was versatile enough to play everything, from a homicidal maniac, to a burly soldier man, to a kind parent,...
![Paul Winchell]()
Paul WinchellAmerican actor, voice artist, and ventriloquist (b. 1922).
![Hibari Misora]()
Hibari MisoraJapanese actress and singer (born 1937).
- Kabir
Kabir was a 15th-century Indian mystic poet and saint, whose writings had a profound influence on the Bhakti movement.
- Alveria Matarazzo
Italian-Brazilian businesswoman known for her philanthropy and industrial empire.
- Azarria Pitts
Renowned actress known for her roles in silent films.
- Xaivier Herbert
Renowned author known for his impactful novels and essays.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 24th
June 24, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 24, 1981:
- Roman Catholic Church - Feast of Saint John the Baptist, patron saint of QuTbec
- Discovery Day in Newfoundland and Labrador (celebrating the 1497 discovery by John Cabot)
- Bannockburn Day in Scotland (see 1314 above)
- Quarter days in England
- Battle of Carabobo Day in Venezuela (1821)
- FOte nationale du QuTbec, also called St-Jean-Baptiste Day
- Day of Indian in Peru
- Original Midsummer's Eve in Finland and Sweden, although the official holiday is now moved to the nearest Friday
- St. John's Day in Estonia and Sao Joao in Porto
- Festival of San Juan observed in Bolivia and Peru
Observances on June 24, 1981:
- International Day of Women in Diplomacy
June 24, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 24, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 22nd and June 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 24, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 24, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.
June 24, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 24, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 22nd and June 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
- Stars On 45 - Medley
- Taste Of Honey, A - Sukiyaki
- Ray Parker Jr. - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
- George Harrison - All Those Years Ago
June 24, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 24, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.
June 24, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 24, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 22nd and June 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Smokey Robinson - Being With You
- Michael Jackson - One Day In Your Life
- Kate Robbins & Beyond - More Than In Love
- Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
- Champaign - How 'Bout Us
June 24, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 24, 1981 was Give It To Me Baby by Rick James, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.
June 24, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 24, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 22nd and June 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
- Frankie Smith - Double Dutch Bus
- Stephanie Mills - Two Hearts
- Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
- Cameo - Freaky Dancin'
June 24, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 24, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Blow Out
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Brian De Palma
Starring: John Travolta, Nancy Allen, John Lithgow, Dennis Franz
Country: United States of America
Time Bandits
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Terry Gilliam
Starring: Sean Connery, Shelley Duvall, John Cleese, Katherine Helmond
Country: United States of America
Victory
Release year: 1981
Directed by: John Huston
Starring: Michael Caine, Sylvester Stallone, Pelé, Bobby Moore
Country: United States of America
The Survivor
Release year: 1981
Directed by: David Hemmings
Starring: Robert Powell, Jenny Agutter, Joseph Cotten, Angela Punch McGregor
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
June 24, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 24, 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
June 24, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 24, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Glitter Dome
By: Joseph Wambaugh
This is the most wild bar in Chinatown. Wing, the proprietor, will steal all your bar change whenever he can.
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 Cardinal Sins
By: Andrew M. Greeley
When it was first published, the Cardinal Sins became a global sensation. Andrew M. was the first to sell more than 3 million copies.
Noble House
By: James Clavell
Hong Kong, 1963. Although the action lasts only a week, it is full of high-adventure: from murder and kidnapping to financial double-dealing, and natural disasters like fire, flood, and landslide.
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
June 24, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on June 24, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
005
Caverns of Mars
Pyramid of Doom
Round-Up
Ulysses and the Golden Fleece
Who was the US President on June 24, 1981?
On June 24, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 24, 1981?
On June 24, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 24, 1981?
On June 24, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about June 24th?
June 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of June. 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 June 24th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 amhara region coup-d'etat: migbaru kbede, the attorney general of ethiopia's amhara region dies from injuries sustained during the attempted coup two days before. asaminew tsige was reportedly killed by security personnel.
- 2018 - Eastern daraa offensive (june 2018: first time that russian warplanes provided air cover for the offensive
- 2017 - Incidents between israeli and syrian ceasefire lines during the syrian civil war. israel and syria exchanged weapons fire in the disputed golan height. israel destroyed several targets, including two syrian tanks. although there were casualties on the ground in syria it is not known how many among the syrian forces. there were no injuries to israeli troops.
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 June 1981?
June 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
