Monday April 20, 1981: on this day

April 20, 1981 was the 110th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is April 20, 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 20, 1981, who was born and died on April 20, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Kiss On My List by Daryl Hall & John Oates), movies (e.g. The Burning, directed by Tony Maylam), TV series (e.g. Hindsight) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 20, 1981?


April 20, 1981 was a Monday and it was the 110th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 20, 1981 can also be written as 4/20/1981 in the US and as 20/4/1981 in UK and Europe.

April 20, 1981 in April 1981 calendar

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April 20, 1981: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 20, 1981:

  • Final performance of tv show soap airs
  • Rocker papa john phillips arrested for drug possession
  • 85th boston marathon won by toshihiko seko of japan in 2:09:26.

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April 20, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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.

Discover the personality of April born.

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April 20, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 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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April 20, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 20, 1981 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 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 20, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 07:58 pm and setting at 06:41 am.

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

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Who was born on April 20, 1981?


Famous people born on April 20, 1981:

  • Jacub Rozalski

    Jacub Rozalski is a Polish concept artist and illustrator known for his unique blend of historical and science fiction elements.

  • Troy Polamalu

    Athlete.

  • Sefyu

    French-senegalese rapper.

  • Saša Tabaković

    Slovenian actor.

  • Saskia de Brauw

    Artist.

  • Hayden Christensen

    Actor.

  • James Hibberd

    Athlete.

  • Sylwia Pycia
  • Angelo Tofalo
  • Ermal Meta
  • Paulo Almeida
  • Mike Blair
  • Huke
  • Tomáš Marek
  • Miljan Pavković
  • Ronald Raldes

Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:

  • Luther Vandross
    Luther Vandross

    Luther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...

  • Andy Serkis
    Andy Serkis

    Andy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...

  • Carmen Electra
    Carmen Electra

    American actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...

  • Jessica Lange
    Jessica Lange

    American academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.

  • Edie Sedgwick
    Edie Sedgwick

    American model with amazing eyes and great legs.

  • Shemar Moore
    Shemar Moore

    American actor, former fashion model.

  • Ryan O'Neal
    Ryan O'Neal

    After starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.

  • Crispin Glover
    Crispin Glover

    American actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...

  • Veronica Cartwright
    Veronica Cartwright

    Veronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.

  • George Takei
    George Takei

    American actor, director, and author.

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April 20, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 42 years 11 months old,

or 515 months and 9 days old,

or 2240 weeks and 4 days old,

or 15684 days old,

if you were born on April 20, 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 20, 1981?

There are 22 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 20, 1981.

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April 20, 1981: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on April 20th?

Famous deaths on April 20th:

  • Benny Hill
    Benny Hill

    British comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.

  • Alan Dale
    Alan Dale

    American singer (born 1925).

  • Christian X
    Christian X

    King of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.

  • Idrissa Deby

    Former President of Chad.

  • Galdino Balthazar

    Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.

  • Briyan Stoker

    Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.

  • Marl Stoker

    Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.

  • Madylyn Pugh

    Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.

  • Zakariyah Deby

    Former President of Chad.

  • Felcia Farr

    American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on April 20th

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April 20, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 20, 1981:

  • USA- National High Five Day
  • Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
  • Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
  • Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
  • April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
  • Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).

Observances on April 20, 1981:

  • Chinese Language Day

Saints celebrated on April 20, 1981:

  • Saint Victor (d.303)
  • Saint Marcellinus
  • Saint Theotimus (died 407)
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April 20, 1981: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 20, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 20th and April 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 20, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1981 was Kiss On My List by Daryl Hall & John Oates, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

April 20, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 20, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Kiss On My List
  2. - Morning Train (Nine To Five)
  3. - Being With You
  4. - Just The Two Of Us
  5. - Angel Of The Morning

April 20, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1981 was Making Your Mind Up by Bucks Fizz, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

April 20, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 20, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Making Your Mind Up
  2. - This Ole House
  3. - Lately
  4. - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
  5. - Einstein A-Go-Go

April 20, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

April 20, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 20, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Being With You
  2. - Sukiyaki
  3. - Just The Two Of Us
  4. - How 'bout Us
  5. - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)

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April 20, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 20, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Burning

The Burning

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Tony Maylam

Starring: Brian Matthews, Leah Ayres, Brian Backer, Larry Joshua

Country: United States of America

Pixote

Pixote

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Hector Babenco

Starring: Fernando Ramos da Silva, Jorge Julião, Gilberto Moura, Edilson Lino

Chashme Buddoor

Chashme Buddoor

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Sai Paranjape

Starring: Farooq Shaikh, Deepti Naval, Saeed Jaffrey, Rakesh Bedi

Circle of Two

Circle of Two

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Jules Dassin

Starring: Tatum O'Neal, Norma Dell'Agnese, Donann Cavin, Elan Ross Gibson

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

April 20, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 20, 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:

Hindsight

Hindsight

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Lee Hyun Seung

Belle and Sebastian

Belle and Sebastian

Release year: 1981

Directed by: Nicolas Vanier

Baila Comigo

Baila Comigo

Release year: 1981

April 20, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 20, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Crisis Investing by Douglas R. Casey

Crisis Investing

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Crisis Investing

Answer As A Man by Taylor Caldwell

Answer As A Man

By:

Jason Garrity has been fighting intolerance and injustice all his life. He is a man who strives for power, money and love. He will have financial security and the means to enjoy his new hotel.

Cosmos by Carl Sagan

Cosmos

By:

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.

Gorky Park by Martin Cruz Smith

Gorky Park

By:

"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

Nice Girls Do by Irene Kassorla

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April 20, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 20, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Ice Hockey

Ice Hockey

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Ice hockey

Publisher: Activision

Raster Blaster

Raster Blaster

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Action

Publisher: BudgeCo

Black Hole

Black Hole

Platform: Arcade Game

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Tokyo Denshi Sekkei

Space Eggs

Space Eggs

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Sirius Software

Omega Race

Omega Race

Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, Commodore VIC-20, Commodore 64

Genre: Arcade

Publisher: Midway

history

Who was the US President on April 20, 1981?

On April 20, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 1981?

On April 20, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 20, 1981?

On April 20, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about April 20th?

April 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). seven people are killed in kabul when suicide bombers and gunmen storm the communications ministry.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: isil accepts control of yarmouk camp, southern damascus, to the syrian army in exchange for safe passage into isil-held territory within the syrian desert. this brings the predominantly palestinian refugee area under government control for first time since 2012.
  • 2017 - After a man opened fire on police officers at central paris' champs-elysees, one policeman was killed and the other critically injured. a gunman attempted to flee but was shot and killed, while another person was injured. although isil claims responsibility, the claim is disputed. francois hollande, president of france, says all evidence points to a terrorist attack. (abc news america via yahoo!) (bbc),

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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 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.

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