Discover our newspaper digital archive from August 24, 1981
Browse newspapers from August 24, 1981
Monday August 24, 1981: on this day
August 24, 1981 was the 236th day of the year 1981, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 24, 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 August 24, 1981, who was born and died on August 24, 1981, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 1981, which were the most popular songs (ex. Endless Love by Diana Ross), movies (e.g. Cannibal Ferox, directed by Umberto Lenzi), TV series (e.g. Best Of The West) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 1981 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 24, 1981?
- August 24, 1981: What happened on that day?
- August 24, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 24, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 24, 1981?
- August 24, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 24, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
- August 24, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 24, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
- August 24, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 24, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 24, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 24, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 24, 1981?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1981?
- Who was the Pope on August 24, 1981?
What day of the week was August 24, 1981?
August 24, 1981 was a Monday and it was the 236th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 24, 1981 can also be written as 8/24/1981 in the US and as 24/8/1981 in UK and Europe.
August 24, 1981: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 24, 1981:
- American charles chapman is 1st black to swim english channel
- Mark david chapman is sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for murdering john lennon.
August 24, 1981: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th is Virgo.
Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
Discover the personality of August born.
Unlock the Mysteries of August 24, 1981! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now
August 24, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 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.
Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!
Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 1981 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for August 24, 1981
August 24, 1981: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 24, 1981 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 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 August 24, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 01:01 am and setting at 05:03 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Sep 14, 1981.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!
Your place in the Universe on August 24, 1981
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your map!This day in 30 sec.
Who was born on August 24, 1981?
Famous people born on August 24, 1981:
![Chad Michael Murray]()
Chad Michael MurrayChad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...
- Timea Ábrahám
Hungarian actress known for her roles in various television series and films.
- Jiro Wang
Taiwanese singer and actor (fahrenheit and dong cheng wei).
- Antrone Smith
Antrone Smith was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
- Artrell Woods
Artrell Woods was an American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League for 4 seasons.
- Chad Michael
Murray; american actor.
- Chad Murray
Tv actor.
- Ian Rosenberg (Survivor)
- Andrzej Mrotek
- Lorenzo Porzio
- Andreas Schrott
- Goran Šukalo
- Farshid Talebi
- Seth Kelsey
- Antonio Meeking
- Federico Novella
- Jang Hak-young
Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:
![Dave Chappelle]()
Dave ChappelleDave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.
![Rupert Grint]()
Rupert GrintRupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.
![Paulo Coelho]()
Paulo CoelhoBrazilian esoteric author.
![Stephen Fry]()
Stephen FryBritish actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.
![Martha Higareda]()
Martha HigaredaMartha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.
![Anne Archer]()
Anne ArcherAmerican actress.
![Marlee Matlin]()
Marlee MatlinAmerican actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...
![Pia Degermark]()
Pia DegermarkSwedish actress.
![Takashi Miike]()
Takashi MiikeJapanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.
![Jennifer Lien]()
Jennifer LienAmerican producer and actress.
August 24, 1981: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 42 years 7 months old,
or 511 months and 26 days old,
or 2225 weeks and 4 days old,
or 15579 days old,
if you were born on August 24, 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 August 24, 1981?
There are 127 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1981?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 24, 1981.
August 24, 1981: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 24, 1981:
- Gennaro Auletta
- Bill Coleman
- Jackie Vernon
What famous deaths happened on August 24th?
Famous deaths on August 24th:
![Richard Attenborough]()
Richard AttenboroughEnglish actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.
![Julie Harris]()
Julie HarrisAmerican actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.
![Louis Prima]()
Louis PrimaAmerican actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).
![Jane Greer]()
Jane GreerAmerican singer and actress (d. 2001).
![Jay Thomas]()
Jay ThomasAmerican actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).
![Amanda Randolph]()
Amanda RandolphActress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.
- Charlie Watts
Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.
- Sakae Mutsu
Japanese statesman and diplomat.
- Delancey
Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.
- Muriel Siebert
Muriel Siebert was the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and founded the securities firm Muriel Siebert & Co.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 24th
August 24, 1981: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 24, 1981:
- Liberia: Flag Day
- RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
- Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
- Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
- Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
August 24, 1981: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 24, 1981 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 24th and August 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 24, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.
August 24, 1981: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 24, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Diana Ross - Endless Love
- Pointer Sisters - Slow Hand
- Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
- Stevie Nicks - Stop Draggin' My Heart Around
- Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
August 24, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.
August 24, 1981: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 24, 1981 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakin' Stevens - Green Door
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Hooked On Classics
- Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday
- Aneka - Japanese Boy
- Soft Cell - Tainted Love
August 24, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1981 was Endless Love by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.
August 24, 1981: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 24, 1981 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
- Carl Carlton - She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)
- Teena Marie - Square Biz
- Larry Graham - Just Be My Lady
- Commodores - Lady (You Bring Me Up)
August 24, 1981: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 24, 1981 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Cannibal Ferox
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Umberto Lenzi
Starring: Venantino Venantini, Lorraine De Selle, Danilo Mattei, Zora Kerova, John Bartha
Country: Italy
They All Laughed
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Peter Bogdanovich
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Ben Gazzara, Patti Hansen, John Ritter
Nobody's Perfekt
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Peter Bonerz
Starring: Gabe Kaplan, Alex Karras, Robert Klein, Susan Clark
Body Heat
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Lawrence Kasdan
Starring: William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Richard Crenna, Ted Danson
Country: United States of America
Heartbreak High
Release year: 1981
Directed by: Mark Warren
Starring: John Vernon, Norman Fell, Robert Forster, Thom Haverstock
August 24, 1981: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 24, 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:
Best of the West
Release year: 1981
Country: United States of America
August 24, 1981: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 24, 1981 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
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
Keep It Simple
By: Marian Burros
The New York Times food columnist offers more than 200 recipes for simple-to-prepare dishes. This includes meals for vegetarians, dieters and large groups.
Noble House
By: James Clavell
Hong Kong, 1963. Although the action lasts only a week, it is full of high-adventure: from murder and kidnapping to financial double-dealing, and natural disasters like fire, flood, and landslide.
The Hite Report On Male Sexuality
By: Shere Hite
"A riveting document! "NEWSWEEKOOver 7,000 men from thirteen to ninety seven years old talk about: How they see women as wives, lovers and friends; Why a majority of men love marriage, but not
August 24, 1981: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 24, 1981 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Tigers in the Snow
Munchman
Vanguard
Eastern Front (1941)
Stargate
Who was the US President on August 24, 1981?
On August 24, 1981 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 1981?
On August 24, 1981 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 24, 1981?
On August 24, 1981 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 24th?
August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of August. 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 August 24th, such as:
- 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
- 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.
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
Do you remember 1981? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to
What was the calendar for August 1981?
August 1981 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
