Sunday April 05, 1981: on this day

April 05, 1981 was the 95th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is April 05, 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 April 05, 1981, who was born and died on April 05, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 05, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Rapture by Blondie), movies (e.g. Death Hunt, directed by Peter R. Hunt), TV series (e.g. Belle And Sebastian) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 5th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 05, 1981?


April 05, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 95th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 05, 1981 can also be written as 4/5/1981 in the US and as 5/4/1981 in UK and Europe.

April 05, 1981 in April 1981 calendar

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April 05, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 05, 1981:

  • 10th colgate dinah shore golf championship won by nancy lopez.
  • Philadelphia flyers amass a record 2,621 penalty minutes.

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April 05, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 5th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 05, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 05, 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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Discover the planets positions on April 5th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 05, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 05, 1981 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 05, 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 April 05, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 06:22 am and setting at 08:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 20, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Apr 19, 1981.

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Who was born on April 05, 1981?


Famous people born on April 05, 1981:

  • Matt Emmons

    Olympic gold medalist known for his shooting skills.

  • Aws Abdulhadi

    Aws Abdulhadi is a Kuwaiti entrepreneur and the co-founder of Talabat, one of the largest food delivery platforms in the Middle East.

  • Marissa Nadler

    American musician.

  • Tom Riley (actor)

    Tom riley is a british actor known for his roles in tv series such as 'da vinci's demons' and 'the collection'.

  • Mompati Thuma

    Botswana footballer.

  • Daba Modibo Keïta

    Malian taekwondo athlete.

  • Tom Riley

    English actor and producer.

  • Mariqueen Maandig

    Filipino-american musician and singer-songwriter.

  • Michael A. Monsoor

    American soldier, medal of honor recipient (b. 1981).

  • Pieter Weening

    Dutch cyclist.

  • Stefan Ludik

    Actor and singer from namibian cricket team.

  • Eugenio Siller

    Tv actor.

  • Ned Vizzini

    Writer.

  • Michael A

    Monsoor, american medal of honor winner (dies 2006).

  • Jorge de la Rosa

    Mexican baseball player.

  • Brandon Brendel
  • Tristan Garcia

Whose famous birthday is on April 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 5th:

  • Pharrell Williams
    Pharrell Williams

    Pharrell Williams is an American musician, record producer, and entrepreneur who co-founded the successful production duo The Neptunes and...

  • Gregory Peck
    Gregory Peck

    He was nominated as an american film and stage actor for four oscars.

  • Hayley Atwell
    Hayley Atwell

    Hayley atwell is a british actress known for her role as peggy carter in the marvel cinematic universe.

  • Bette Davis
    Bette Davis

    American actress.

  • Lily James
    Lily James

    Lily james is a british actress known for her roles in downton abbey, cinderella, and mamma mia! here we go again.

  • Spencer Tracy
    Spencer Tracy

    American actor, both on broadway and in film.

  • Colin Powell
    Colin Powell

    American military hero, for his leadership during the gulf war in jan 1991.

  • Jane Asher
    Jane Asher

    British actress, writer, and businesswoman.

  • Roger Corman
    Roger Corman

    American motion picture director and writer.

  • Peter Greenaway
    Peter Greenaway

    Welsh screenwriter and director.

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April 05, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 43 years and 15 days old,

or 516 months and 15 days old,

or 2245 weeks and 6 days old,

or 15721 days old,

if you were born on April 05, 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 April 05, 1981?

There are 350 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 5th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 05, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 05, 1981.

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April 05, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 05, 1981:

  • Bob Hite

    American singer and harmonicist (canned heat), (d. 1981).

  • Émile Hanse

    Belgian footballer (b. 1892).

  • Pinchus Kremegne

    French artist (b. 1890).

  • Bob "Bear" Hite

    Rocker (canned heat) dies at 36 from a heart attack.

  • Cornelis Verolme

    Dutch shipbuilder dies at the age of 80.

  • Franco Gentilini
  • Mitsuko Mito
  • Fiamma Vigo

What famous deaths happened on April 5th?

Famous deaths on April 5th:

  • Kurt Cobain
    Kurt Cobain

    Musician (nirvana) (born 1967).

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Isabel Jewell
    Isabel Jewell

    American actress on stage, film and television.

  • Molly Picon
    Molly Picon

    American actress (b. 1898).

  • Paul Ritter
    Paul Ritter

    English actor (b. 1966).

  • Divya Bharti
    Divya Bharti

    Indian bollywood actress (born 1974).

  • Charlene Holt
    Charlene Holt

    American actress, known for supporting roles on television and in film.

  • Brian Donlevy
    Brian Donlevy

    American producer and actor from ireland (d. 1972).

  • Inez Courtney
    Inez Courtney

    Dies at 67.

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April 05, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 05, 1981:

  • Arbor Day in South Korea
  • The last day of the tax year in the United Kingdom.
  • Blessed Kreszentia Hoess
  • Qingming Festival in the Chinese calendar
  • Mauritius: Ougadi.

Observances on April 05, 1981:

  • International Day of Conscience

Saints celebrated on April 05, 1981:

  • Saint Vincent Ferrer
  • Saint Geeraard
  • Saint Irena (d. 304)
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April 05, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 05, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 30th and April 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 05, 1981 was Rapture by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week March 30th and April 5th.

April 05, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 30th and April 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rapture youtube
  2. - Woman
  3. - The Best Of Times
  4. - Kiss On My List
  5. - Crying

April 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 05, 1981 was Jealous Guy by Roxy Music, according to the music chart for the week March 30th and April 5th.

April 05, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 30th and April 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Jealous Guy
  2. - This Ole House
  3. - Kids In America
  4. - Kings Of The Wild Frontier
  5. - Shaddup You Face

April 05, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 05, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 30th and April 5th.

April 05, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 05, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 30th and April 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Being With You
  2. - It's A Love Thing
  3. - All American Girls
  4. - Thighs High (Grip Your Hips And Move)
  5. - Sukiyaki

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April 05, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 05, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Death Hunt

Death Hunt

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Peter R. Hunt

Starring: Charles Bronson, Lee Marvin, Andrew Stevens, Carl Weathers

Caveman

Caveman

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Carl Gottlieb

Starring: Ringo Starr, Dennis Quaid, Shelley Long, Jack Gilford

Cannibal Ferox

Cannibal Ferox

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Umberto Lenzi

Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha

Country: Italy

Excalibur

Excalibur

Release year: 1981

Directed by: John Boorman

Starring: Nigel Terry, Helen Mirren, Nicholas Clay, Cherie Lunghi

Country: United States of America

Nighthawks

Nighthawks

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Bruce Malmuth, Gary Nelson

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Rutger Hauer, Billy Dee Williams, Lindsay Wagner

Country: United States of America

April 05, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 05, 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:

Belle and Sebastian

Belle and Sebastian

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Nicolas Vanier

Baila Comigo

Baila Comigo

Release year: 1981

April 05, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 05, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Century by Fred Mustard Stewart

Century

By:

A century of passion is captured in a thrilling epic novel that spans the globe, from Sicilian prison cells to Fifth Avenue mansions. This is the story about an indomitable woman who lives from Brooklyn to Hollywood.

The Company Of Women by Mary Gordon

The Company Of Women

By:

"A brilliant, breathtakingly written novel." The Philadelphia Inquirer Felicitas Maria Taylor, intelligent, charming and desperate, was raised by five religious women and a controversial priest.

Best Evidence by David S. Lifton

Best Evidence

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Another view of the story. Good read

Rage of Angels by Sidney Sheldon

Rage of Angels

By:

An unforgettable, captivating heroineJennifer -- brilliant and beautiful, she was an attorney who rose to the top until the Mafia's plans won her hatred.

The Delta Decision by Wilbur Smith

The Delta Decision

By:

The Delta Decision

April 05, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 05, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Frogger

Frogger

Platform: Arcade various

Genre: Overhead view action

Publisher: JP Sega; NA Sega-Gremlin; EU Sega

Alpine Ski

Alpine Ski

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Skiing

Publisher: Taito

Scramble

Scramble

Platform: Arcade (original) Tomy Tutor, Vectrex, Xbox 360 (Xbox Live Arcade), Windows Mobile, Game Boy Advance, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 4

Genre: Horizontal scrolling shooter

Publisher: JP Leijac; NA Stern; NA GCE; EU Compu-Games A/S; EU Milton Bradley

Crossfire

Crossfire

Platform: Apple II, Atari 8-bit family, Commodore 64, VIC-20, IBM PCjr

Publisher: Sierra On-Line

Triple Action

Triple Action

Platform: Intellivision

Genre: Action

Publisher: Mattel

history

Who was the US President on April 05, 1981?

On April 05, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 05, 1981?

On April 05, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 05, 1981?

On April 05, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about April 5th?

April 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of April. 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 April 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - The libyan national army troops reached the outskirts tripoli to secure a critical military checkpoint called "bridge 27".
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli defence forces released footage of a man who was shot dead trying to break the gazan border fence. israel claims he was carrying an ak47 and explosives, including grenades. it also accused hamas "playing with fire".
  • 2017 - War in north-west pakistan. a suicide bomber kills at most six people and injures 18 others near a pakistan army vehicle participating in the census in lahore.

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history

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 April 1981?

April 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.

Discover how April 1981 calendar looked like.

Sunday April 5, 1981