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Monday December 29, 1980: on this day
December 29, 1980 was the 364th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Monday.
Is December 29, 1980 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 29, 1980, who was born and died on December 29, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Please Don't Go by K.C and the Sunshine Band), movies (e.g. Action, directed by Tinto Brass), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 29, 1980?
- December 29, 1980: What happened on that day?
- December 29, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 29, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 29, 1980?
- December 29, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 29, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- December 29, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 29, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- December 29, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 29, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 29, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 29, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on December 29, 1980?
What day of the week was December 29, 1980?
December 29, 1980 was a Monday and it was the 364th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 29, 1980 can also be written as 12/29/1980 in the US and as 29/12/1980 in UK and Europe.
December 29, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 29, 1980:
- Shuttle sts-1 moves from vandenberg afb to launch complex 39a
- Roy engle, actor (police chief - my favorite martian), dies at age 67.
December 29, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 29, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 29, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 29, 1980 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 1980 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 December 29, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 11:52 pm and setting at 12:41 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jan 20, 1981.
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Who was born on December 29, 1980?
Famous people born on December 29, 1980:
- Alice Rohrwacher
- Yvonne Bönisch
- Carlos Rodrigues Corrêa
- Mailyn González
- DeeAndre Hulett
- Eerik Jago
- Jori Mørkve
- Anna Laura Orrico
- Carolina Pantani
- Henrik Stehlik
- Terrance Thomas
- Dorus de Vries
- Nesli
- Marc Botenga
Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:
![Patricia Clarkson]()
Patricia ClarksonPatricia Clarkson is an American actress and entrepreneur who has founded several successful businesses.
![Jude Law]()
Jude LawRenowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.
![Jon Voight]()
Jon VoightAmerican actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...
![Ted Danson]()
Ted DansonAmerican actor.
![Diego Luna]()
Diego LunaMexican actor, director and producer.
![Alison Brie]()
Alison BrieAlison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.
![Ross Lynch]()
Ross LynchAmerican actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.
![Jane Levy]()
Jane LevyTv actress.
![Leonor Varela]()
Leonor VarelaModel and actress from chile, both american and chilean.
![Mekhi Phifer]()
Mekhi PhiferAmerican actor.
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December 29, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 3 months old,
or 519 months and 29 days old,
or 2260 weeks and 5 days old,
or 15825 days old,
if you were born on December 29, 1980.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 December 29, 1980?
There are 246 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 29, 1980.
December 29, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 29, 1980:
- Tim Hardin
American singer "bird on a wire" dies from a drug overdose at 39 years old (b. 1941).
- Irvin F. Westheimer
American businessman and social reformer (b. 1879).
- Nadezhda Mandelstam
Russian author and educator (b. 1899).
- Roy Engle
Actor (police chief - my favorite martian), died at 67.
- Nadežda Jakovlevna Mandel'štam
- Gigi Peronace
- Oreste Cignoli
- Luigi Lucotti
- Manuel Gago
What famous deaths happened on December 29th?
Famous deaths on December 29th:
![Peggy Cummins]()
Peggy CumminsIrish actress (b. 1925).
![Lita Grey]()
Lita GreyAmerican actress (born in 1908).
![Vivienne Segal]()
Vivienne SegalAt 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.
- Reginna Maria Rilke
Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.
- Alekai Laiho
Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.
- Joseff Cornell
Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.
- Syvilla
Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.
- Christina Rossetti
The sister of d.g.
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December 29, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 29, 1980:
- The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
- R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
December 29, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 29, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 29th and January 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 29, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 1980 was Please Don't Go by K.C and the Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 29, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 29, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- K.C and the Sunshine Band - Please Don't Go
- Rupert Holmes - Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
- Michael Jackson - Rock With You
- Stevie Wonder - Send One Your Love
- Captain and Tennille - Do That To Me One More Time
December 29, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 29, 1980 was There's No One Quite Like Grandma by St Winifred's School Choir, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 29, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 29, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- St Winifred's School Choir - There's No One Quite Like Grandma
- Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall
- Abba - I Have A Dream
- Abba - Super Trouper
- The Pretenders - Brass In Pocket
December 29, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 1980 was Rock With You by Michael Jackson, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 29, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 29, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Michael Jackson - Rock With You
- Rufus And Chaka Khan - Do You Love What You Feel
- Bar-Kays - Move Your Boogie Body
- Prince - I Wanna Be Your Lover
- Stevie Wonder - Send One Your Love
December 29, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 29, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Action
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore
Country: Italy
Cannibal Holocaust
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ruggero Deodato
Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile
Country: Italy
Babylon
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Franco Rosso
Starring: Trevor Laird, Karl Howman, Ann Duncan, Brian Bovell, Brinsley Forde, Beverley Michaels, David N. Haynes, Beverley Dublin, Victor Romero Evans, Archie Pool
Country: Italy
Contamination
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Luigi Cozzi
Starring: Carlo Monni, Gisela Hahn, Marino Masé, Carlo De Mejo, Ian McCulloch, Siegfried Rauch, Louise Marleau
Country: Italy
Bianco, rosso e Verdone
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Carlo Verdone
Starring: Carlo Verdone, Elena Fabrizi, Irina Sanpiter, Angelo Infanti
Country: Italy
December 29, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 29, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Triple
By: Ken Follett
A New York Times bestseller of terror and suspense from the author of A Column of Fire, World Without End and The Pillars of the Earth. As Egypt gets closer to developing a nuclear weapon, the Mossad’s top-ranking Israeli agent …
White House Years
By: Henry Kissinger
This is the lasting and invaluable contribution of Kissinger to the history this critical time. White House Years is one of the most important books about the Nixon Administration. It covers Henry Kissinger's life and times.
The Last Enchantment
By: Mary Stewart
Arthur Pendragon is the King! He is unchallenged at the battlefield and he unites the country in a time full of promise. Camelot is under attack by sinister powers, and the witch-queen Morgause plots to kill it.
December 29, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 29, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Heli Fire
Voodoo Castle
Boxing
Terrorist
Time Traveler
Who was the US President on December 29, 1980?
On December 29, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1980?
On December 29, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 29, 1980?
On December 29, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 29th?
December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of December. 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 December 29th, such as:
- 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
- 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
- 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".
What happened in 1980?
1980 was filled with very interesting events such as
- International Decade of Water & Sanitation begins
- Sweden changes order of succession to throne
- President Carter announces US boycott of Moscow Olympics
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What was the calendar for December 1980?
December 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
