Sunday October 18, 1981: on this day

October 18, 1981 was the 291st day of the year 1981, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is October 18, 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 October 18, 1981, who was born and died on October 18, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 18, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) by Christopher Cross), movies (e.g. Halloween II, directed by Rick Rosenthal), TV series (e.g. Tenko) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 18th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 18, 1981?


October 18, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 291st day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 18, 1981 can also be written as 10/18/1981 in the US and as 18/10/1981 in UK and Europe.

October 18, 1981 in October 1981 calendar

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October 18, 1981: What happened on that day?


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October 18, 1981: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 18, 1981: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Buffalo Bills - New York Jets : 14 - 33
  • Denver Broncos - Kansas City Chiefs : 14 - 28
  • Houston Oilers - New England Patriots : 10 - 38
  • Los Angeles Rams - Dallas Cowboys : 17 - 29
  • New Orleans Saints - Cleveland Browns : 17 - 20
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October 18, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 18, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 18, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 18, 1981 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 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 October 18, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 09:43 pm and setting at 01:51 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 13, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Nov 11, 1981.

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Who was born on October 18, 1981?


Famous people born on October 18, 1981:

  • Nathan Hauritz

    Australian cricketer.

  • Greg Warren

    American football player.

  • Tina Hergold

    Slovenian tennis player.

  • Tommy Joe Ratliff

    American bassist/guitarist/keyboardist.

  • Holly Holm

    Athlete.

  • Richard Vuu

    Actor (last emperor).

  • Graham Moore
  • Martin Mihajlović
  • Sophie Wepper
  • Yegiya Yavruyan
  • Shola Ameobi
  • Joel Rocha

Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:

  • Zac Efron
    Zac Efron

    American entertainer and actor.

  • Jean-Claude Van Damme
    Jean-Claude Van Damme

    Belgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.

  • Mike Ditka
    Mike Ditka

    Mike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...

  • Freida Pinto
    Freida Pinto

    Freida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.

  • Norm MacDonald
    Norm MacDonald

    Norm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.

  • Michael McKean
    Michael McKean

    Michael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...

  • Erin Moran
    Erin Moran

    Erin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.

  • Milo Yiannopoulos
    Milo Yiannopoulos

    Milo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...

  • Jacques Higelin
    Jacques Higelin

    French musician and singer of pop.

  • Melina Mercouri
    Melina Mercouri

    Greek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).

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October 18, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 42 years 5 months old,

or 509 months and 1 day old,

or 2213 weeks and 2 days old,

or 15493 days old,

if you were born on October 18, 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 October 18, 1981?

There are 213 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 18, 1981.

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October 18, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 18, 1981:

  • Vincenzo Carrese
  • Luigi Filosa
  • Luigi Scaccianoce

What famous deaths happened on October 18th?

Famous deaths on October 18th:

  • Sylvia Kristel
    Sylvia Kristel

    Dutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).

  • Julie London
    Julie London

    American actress and breathy blues singer.

  • Gwen Verdon
    Gwen Verdon

    American dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.

  • Henry Travers
    Henry Travers

    Actor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.

  • Tsuru Aoki
    Tsuru Aoki

    American actress born in japan (born 1892).

  • Thos Alva Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Thomos Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Teale Edmund

    Renowned naturalist and author known for his books on wildlife and conservation.

  • Lavalle Lavalle

    Renowned mathematician known for his work in differential geometry.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 18th

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October 18, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 18, 1981:

  • Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
  • USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
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October 18, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 18, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 12th and October 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 18, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 1981 was Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) by Christopher Cross, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 18, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 18, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) youtube
  2. - Endless Love
  3. - Start Me Up
  4. - For Your Eyes Only
  5. - Step By Step

October 18, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 18, 1981 was It's My Party by Dave Stewart With Barbara Gaskin, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 18, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 18, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - It's My Party
  2. - The Birdie Song (Birdie Dance)
  3. - Prince Charming
  4. - Happy Birthday
  5. - Under Your Thumb

October 18, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 1981 was When She Was My Girl by Four Tops, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 18, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 18, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - When She Was My Girl
  2. - She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)
  3. - Never Too Much
  4. - Endless Love
  5. - Super Freak (Part I)

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October 18, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 18, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Halloween II

Halloween II

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Rick Rosenthal

Starring: Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasence, Charles Cyphers, Jeffrey Kramer

Country: United States of America

Galaxy of Terror

Galaxy of Terror

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Bruce D. Clark

Starring: Edward Albert, Erin Moran, Ray Walston, Bernard Behrens

Country: United States of America

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

The Professional

The Professional

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Georges Lautner

Starring: Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean Desailly, Cyrielle Clair, Marie-Christine Descouard

Country: United States of America

The Evil Dead

The Evil Dead

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Sam Raimi

Starring: Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, Betsy Baker

Country: United States of America

October 18, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 18, 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:

Tenko

Tenko

Release year: 1981

Starring: Ann Bell, Stephanie Cole, Claire Oberman, Emily Bolton

Country: Australia

That's My Boy

That's My Boy

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Sean Anders

Jockei Monika

Jockei Monika

Release year: 1981

Vice Versa

Vice Versa

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Brian Gilbert

Willo the Wisp

Willo the Wisp

Release year: 1981

October 18, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 18, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Cosmos by Carl Sagan

Cosmos

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One of the most popular science books ever is RETURNING to Television as an All-New Miniseries on FOXCosmos. Sagan presents a blue-blue world that is jewel-like in clear-eyed prose.

Goodbye, Janette by Harold Robbins

Goodbye, Janette

By:

In the male-dominated worlds of high fashion amid the destruction of war, a dynasty is built of women. A daughter pays tribute to her mother by becoming a fierce businesswoman who will not be beaten.

Bread Upon The Waters by Irwin Shaw

Bread Upon The Waters

By:

Bread upon the Waters

Luciano'S Luck by Jack Higgins

Luciano'S Luck

By:

An American Mafioso, in the darkest days and hours of World War II is the only hope for the Allies to win.

The Hotel New Hampshire by John Irving

The Hotel New Hampshire

By:

"The first illusion of my father was that bears could live with human beings. The second was that humans could survive living in hotels."

October 18, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 18, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

New Rally-X

New Rally-X

Platform: Arcade, Mobile phone, Xbox 360, Xbox Live Arcade

Genre: Maze, Driving

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Midway

My First Alphabet

My First Alphabet

Platform: Atari 8-bit

Genre: Educational game

Publisher: Atari Program Exchange

Bosconian

Bosconian

Platform: MSX, X68000

Genre: Multi-directional shooter Multi-scrolling shooter Free-roaming shooter

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Midway Games

Space Eggs

Space Eggs

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Sirius Software

Kaboom!

Kaboom!

Platform: Atari 2600, Atari 5200, Atari 8-bit family

Genre: Action

Publisher: Activision

history

Who was the US President on October 18, 1981?

On October 18, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 1981?

On October 18, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 18, 1981?

On October 18, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 18th?

October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of October. 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 October 18th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
  • 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).

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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 October 1981?

October 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.

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