Sunday February 24, 1980: on this day

February 24, 1980 was the 55th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is February 24, 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 February 24, 1980, who was born and died on February 24, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 24, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen), movies (e.g. Coal Miner's Daughter, directed by Michael Apted), TV series (e.g. Lord Schmetterhemd) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 24th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 24, 1980?


February 24, 1980 was a Sunday and it was the 55th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 24, 1980 can also be written as 2/24/1980 in the US and as 24/2/1980 in UK and Europe.

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February 24, 1980: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 24, 1980:

  • Canterbury tales closes at rialto theater nyc after 16 performances
  • Joanne carner ladies wins lpga bent tree golf classic
  • Usa olympic hockey team defeated finland, 4-2, to win the gold medal
  • The united states olympic hockey team completes their miracle on ice by defeating finland 4-2 to win the gold medal.

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February 24, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 24th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 24, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 24, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Monkey 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 February 24th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 24, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 24, 1980 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 24, 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 February 24, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 12:17 pm and setting at 03:03 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 01, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Mar 01, 1980.

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Who was born on February 24, 1980?


Famous people born on February 24, 1980:

  • Shinsuke Nakamura

    Japanese wrestler and mixed martial artist.

  • Roman Sloudnov

    Russian swimmer.

  • Anton Maiden

    Swedish rock music fan (d.2003).

  • Emma Johnson
  • Umberto Louzer
  • Steve Roberts
  • Stig Rästa
  • Malcolm Barrett
  • Michele Gori
  • Ryan Hannam
  • Lamine Lezghad

Whose famous birthday is on February 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 24th:

  • George Harrison
    George Harrison

    British composer, producer and musician.

  • Kristin Davis
    Kristin Davis

    Kristin davis is an american actress best known for her role as charlotte york in the popular tv series sex and the city.

  • Edward James Olmos
    Edward James Olmos

    Edward james olmos is a mexican-american actor and director known for his roles in 'stand and deliver' and 'battlestar galactica'.

  • Helen Shaver
    Helen Shaver

    Canadian-american actress in live theater, film and television.

  • Emmanuelle Riva
    Emmanuelle Riva

    French actress on stage, film, and television.

  • Alessandro Gassman
    Alessandro Gassman

    Alessandro gassman is an italian actor known for his work in italian cinema and theater.

  • Abe Vigoda
    Abe Vigoda

    American actor.

  • James Farentino
    James Farentino

    American actor (d. 2012).

  • Steven Hill
    Steven Hill

    Seattle, washington -- actor.

  • Mark Moses
    Mark Moses

    American actor.

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February 24, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 1 month old,

or 529 months and 4 days old,

or 2300 weeks and 4 days old,

or 16104 days old,

if you were born on February 24, 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 February 24, 1980?

There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 24th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 24, 1980?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 24, 1980.

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February 24, 1980: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 24, 1980:

  • Giōrgos Andrianopoulos
  • Albert Parsys

What famous deaths happened on February 24th?

Famous deaths on February 24th:

  • Don Knotts
    Don Knotts

    Don knotts was an american actor best known for his role as barney fife on the andy griffith show.

  • Dinah Shore
    Dinah Shore

    American entertainer.

  • Dennis Weaver
    Dennis Weaver

    American actor who played the role of chester, a low-key character in "gunsmoke," between 1955-1964.

  • Johnnie Ray
    Johnnie Ray

    American singer-songwriter from the pre-elvis era.

  • Bruce Bennett
    Bruce Bennett

    American actor and shot putter (d. 2007).

  • George Gobel
    George Gobel

    Chicago, illinois -- comedian/tv personality (i love my wife).

  • Ronald Pickup
    Ronald Pickup

    English actor (b. 1940).

  • Conrad Nagel
    Conrad Nagel

    Actor (celebrity time), passes away at 73.

  • Bobby Moore
    Bobby Moore

    Captain of the english soccer team (world champions 1966), is dead (born 1941).

  • Jean Rogers
    Jean Rogers

    Actress (flash gordon hot cargo), died at 74.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 24th

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February 24, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 24, 1980:

  • Independence Day in Estonia (1918; the Soviet period is considered illegal annexation).
  • Flag Day in MTxico.
  • St. Sergius
  • Dragobete in Romania.
  • St. Matthias
  • St. Modest
  • St. Edelbert
  • Blessed Ameel of Ter Duinen
  • Regifugium, in the Roman calendar.
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February 24, 1980: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 24, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 18th and February 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 24, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 24, 1980 was Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 24, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 24, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy Little Thing Called Love youtube
  2. - Do That To Me One More Time
  3. - Yes, I'm Ready
  4. - Cruisin'
  5. - Rock With You

February 24, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 24, 1980 was Too Much Too Young (The Special AKA Live! EP) by The Specials, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 24, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 24, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Too Much Too Young (The Special AKA Live! EP)
  2. - Coward Of The County
  3. - I'm In The Mood For Dancing
  4. - My Girl
  5. - And The Beat Goes On

February 24, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 24, 1980 was Special Lady by Ray, Goodman & Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 24, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 24, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Special Lady
  2. - And The Beat Goes On
  3. - The Second Time Around
  4. - Rock With You
  5. - Too Hot

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February 24, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 24, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Coal Miner's Daughter

Coal Miner's Daughter

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Michael Apted

Starring: Sissy Spacek, Tommy Lee Jones, Levon Helm, Phyllis Boyens-Liptak

Country: United States of America

The Black Marble

The Black Marble

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Harold Becker

Starring: Robert Foxworth, Paula Prentiss, Harry Dean Stanton, Barbara Babcock

Action

Action

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Tinto Brass

Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore

Country: Italy

Death Ship

Death Ship

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Alvin Rakoff

Starring: George Kennedy, Richard Crenna, Nick Mancuso, Sally Ann Howes

Cannibal Holocaust

Cannibal Holocaust

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Ruggero Deodato

Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile

Country: Italy

February 24, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 24, 1980 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Lord Schmetterhemd

Lord Schmetterhemd

Release year: 1979

Chega Mais

Chega Mais

Release year: 1980

Anderland

Anderland

Release year: 1980

February 24, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 24, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Aunt Erma'S Cope Book by Erma Bombeck

Aunt Erma'S Cope Book

By:

"Her audience includes anyone who has ever been married, had children, reached middle age, or owned a dog, duck, or both. "DALLAS TIMES HERALDIn this book Erma comes out of the kitchen with these

White House Years by Henry Kissinger

White House Years

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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 Brethren by Bob Woodward and Scott Armstrong

The Brethren

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The Brethren provides a detailed behind-the scenes account of the Supreme Court's action. Scott Armstrong and Bob Woodward have broken through its secrecy to provide an unparalleled view of the Chief

Donahue by Phil Donahue

Donahue

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DJ price clipeed at flap. DJ has edge wear, tears and some creasing. Clean pages. Binding is tight.

The Dead Zone by Stephen King

The Dead Zone

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February 24, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 24, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Galactic Attack

Galactic Attack

Platform: Apple II

Genre: Space combat simulation

Publisher: Siro-Tech Software (later renamed to Sir-Tech Software, Inc.)

Heli Fire

Heli Fire

Platform: Arcade game

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: Nintendo

Space Panic

Space Panic

Platform: Arcade ColecoVision

Genre: Platformer

Publisher: Universal Entertainment Corporation

King & Balloon

King & Balloon

Platform: Arcade, MSX

Genre: Fixed shooter

Publisher: JP Namco; NA GamePlan

Berzerk

Berzerk

Platform: Arcade game, Atari 2600, Atari 5200, GCE Vectrex

Genre: Multi-directional shooter/Run and gun

Publisher: Stern Electronics

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Who was the US President on February 24, 1980?

On February 24, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 24, 1980?

On February 24, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 24, 1980?

On February 24, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 24th?

February 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of February. 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 February 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - 91st academy awards: the academy awards are presented in hollywood. bohemian rhapsody takes home four of the most prestigious awards. black panther, green book and roma each took home three awards. (the guardian),
  • 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). february 2018, mogadishu attack. at least 38 people were killed in two car bombings that took place near mogadishu's presidential palace. al-shabaab claims responsibility for the attacks.
  • 2017 - After months of fighting, the turkish-backed free syrian army seizes al-bab from isil in the syrian civil war. (the washington post). at least 60 people are killed when a car bomb explodes in sousian, a syrian village north of al-bab. (time), (bbc),

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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 February 1980?

February 1980 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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