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June 26, 1981 was the 177th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Friday.
Is June 26, 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 26, 1981, who was born and died on June 26, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 26, 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 26th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 26, 1981?
- June 26, 1981: What happened on that day?
- June 26, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 26, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 26, 1981?
- June 26, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 26, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- June 26, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 26, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- June 26, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 26, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 26, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- June 26, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 26, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 26, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on June 26, 1981?
What day of the week was June 26, 1981?
June 26, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 177th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 26, 1981 can also be written as 6/26/1981 in the US and as 26/6/1981 in UK and Europe.
June 26, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 26, 1981:
- For your eyes only premieres in us
- Dan-air flight 240, flying to east midlands airport, crashes in nailstone, leicestershire. all three crew members perish.
June 26, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 26th 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 26, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 26, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 26th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 26, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 26, 1981 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 26, 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 26, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 21% full, rising at 01:46 am and setting at 03:49 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 26, 1981?
Famous people born on June 26, 1981:
- Jaymason Williams
Legendary basketball player known for his scoring ability.
- Riese Lindley
Known for her work as a writer and editor in the field of LGBTQ journalism.
- Sheridan Smith
Sheridan smith is a british actress known for her work in television, film, and stage productions, including her roles in the tv series...
- Damien Sargue
Damien sargue is a french actor and singer known for his performances in musical theater, particularly for his role as romeo in the french...
- Kanako Kondō
Japanese voice actress and singer.
- Natalya Antyukh
Russian hurdler and sprinter.
- Paolo Cannavaro
Italian footballer.
- Takashi Toritani
Japanese baseball player.
- Jonah Lehrer
Author.
- Andrea Gibbs
Radio host and actress from australia.
- Simon Ammann
Athlete.
- Adrianna Costa
- Josh Thomas
- Jake Zamansky
- Natal'ja Antjuch
- Ekaterina Lavrent'eva
- Daniele Martinetti
Whose famous birthday is on June 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 26th:
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Ariana GrandeAmerican actress and singer.
![Amanda Cerny]()
Amanda CernyAmanda cerny is a social media influencer and comedian known for her popular vine videos and her large following on platforms like instagram...
![Jennette McCurdy]()
Jennette McCurdyJennette mccurdy is an american actress and singer, best known for her role as sam puckett on the nickelodeon tv show icarly.
![Chris O'Donnell]()
Chris O'DonnellChris o'donnell is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as 'scent of a woman' and as robin in the 'batman' film series.
![Uday Kiran]()
Uday KiranUday Kiran was an Indian film actor who predominantly worked in Telugu cinema.
![Dany Boon]()
Dany BoonFrench actor, humorist and film director, born to an algerian kabyle.
![Aubrey Plaza]()
Aubrey PlazaAubrey Plaza is an American actress best known for her roles in comedy TV shows and movies.
![Véronique Genest]()
Véronique GenestFrench actress and producer of film, she is best known as commissaire julie lescaut, a leading role in the french police drama "julie...
![Derek Jeter]()
Derek JeterPequanock (new jersey) -- shortstop (new york yankees rookie of the year 1996).
![Jason Schwartzman]()
Jason SchwartzmanAmerican actor from a prominent family.
June 26, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 9 months old,
or 513 months and 23 days old,
or 2233 weeks and 6 days old,
or 15637 days old,
if you were born on June 26, 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 26, 1981?
There are 69 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 26, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 26, 1981.
June 26, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 26, 1981:
- Bram Tchaikovsky
British musician and songwriter, known for his work in the punk rock and new wave genres.
- Peter Kreuder
German composer, pianist, songwriter and musician.
- Manuel Maples Arce
- Werner Teske
- Don Megowan
What famous deaths happened on June 26th?
Famous deaths on June 26th:
![Françoise Dorléac]()
Françoise DorléacFrench actress and older sister to catherine deneuve.
![Edith Fellows]()
Edith FellowsAmerican singer and actress (d.2011).
- Howard Baker
American politician who served as a Republican Senator from Tennessee and as White House Chief of Staff under President Ronald Reagan.
- Nora Ephron
Nora Ephron was an American journalist, novelist, and screenwriter known for her witty and insightful works, including the films 'When Harry...
- Zehava Shemer
Israeli singer-songwriter known for her contributions to Israeli music.
- Joseph Carl Robnett Licklider
One of the most important figures in computer science and a key figure in the development of the internet.
- Coulton Skinner
Decorated American Marine Corps officer who served in World War II and the Korean War.
- Strom Thurmond
American politician, lawyer, farmer, and u.s.
- Ford Madox Dowell
Ford Madox Dowell was an English novelist, poet, critic, and editor who was one of the leading figures of English literary modernism.
- Clifford Brown
American musician.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 26th
June 26, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 26, 1981:
- United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
- Flag Day in Romania
- Sunthorn Phu Day in Thailand
- Independence Day in Madagascar
Observances on June 26, 1981:
- International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
Saints celebrated on June 26, 1981:
- Saints John and Paul
- Saint Josemarfa Escrivá (d. 1975)
June 26, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 26, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.
June 26, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on June 26, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.
June 26, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 26, 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 26, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 26, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Free Fall In Crimson
By: John D. MacDonald
Free Fall in Crimson, a classic crime novel by a beloved master of fiction, features Travis McGee, a hardboiled detective who lives in a houseboat.
The Alpha Strategy
By: John A. Pugsley
The Alpha Strategy is a common-sense, refreshing idea that can permanently and completely insulate your assets against all investment risks including inflation, market manipulation, and taxation.
Gorky Park
By: Martin Cruz Smith
"Brilliant . . . enough enigmas in enigmas in enigmas to reel in the mind."-The New YorkerTriple murder at Moscow amusement center: Three corpses were found frozen in snow. Faces
Miss Piggy'S Guide To Life
By: Miss Piggy as told to Henry Beard
Hebrew translation of the original text
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.
June 26, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on June 26, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Tigers in the Snow
My First Alphabet
Caverns of Mars
Ultima I: The First Age of Darkness
Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord
Who was the US President on June 26, 1981?
On June 26, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 26, 1981?
On June 26, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on June 26, 1981?
On June 26, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about June 26th?
June 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - Three suicide bombers tried to storm a balochistan police housing complex. guards killed one of the attackers. the two other attackers entered and set themselves on fire, killing a senior officer and injuring five more. the pakistani taliban claimed responsibility
- 2018 - Syrian civil war: eastern daraa offensive (june 2018: syrian army troops and liwa al-quds militiamen take control of busra al-harir, in the southern daraa governorate. recent fighting has caused approximately 45,000 displacements in the region. (bbc).syrian state media reports that two israeli missiles hit targets near damascus international airport, including an iranian cargo aircraft just landing.
- 2017 - Colombian peace process: the united nations confirms the farc's disarmament process is complete. former rebels will be able to transition to civilian life, and the group will become a legal political party.
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.
