Thursday February 28, 1980: on this day

February 28, 1980 was the 59th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 28, 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 28, 1980, who was born and died on February 28, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen), movies (e.g. Defiance, directed by John Flynn), TV series (e.g. Fox) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1980?


February 28, 1980 was a Thursday and it was the 59th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1980 can also be written as 2/28/1980 in the US and as 28/2/1980 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1980: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 28, 1980:

  • The well-tuned piano by la monte young premieres
  • Us performs nuclear test at nevada test site.
  • Andalusia approves its statute of autonomy through a referendum.

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February 28, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th 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 28, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 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 28th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 28, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1980 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 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 28, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 03:51 pm and setting at 05:54 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 28, 1980?


Famous people born on February 28, 1980:

  • Radwan Khan

    Pakistani journalist known for his investigative reporting.

  • Tambi Bui

    Tambi Bui is a Vietnamese entrepreneur and the co-founder of the fintech company Momo.

  • Laureano Morales

    Notable astronomer specializing in planetary studies.

  • Hager Abdel-Hamid

    Talented sculptor specializing in modern and conceptual art.

  • Mililani Hughes

    Contemporary poet whose works explore themes of identity, culture, and love.

  • Sibley Frisbee

    Known for developing innovative mobile applications.

  • Yuko Kawai

    Yuko Kawai is a Japanese journalist and television presenter who has covered international news and current affairs.

  • Arpi Karapetyan

    Served as Deputy Minister of Justice in Armenia.

  • Nikan Khoshnoud

    Member of the Iranian Parliament.

  • Carmino Ferretti

    Carmino Ferretti is an Italian mathematician who specializes in the field of computational geometry.

  • Tayshaun Prince

    American basketball player.

  • Sharea Faisal

    Sharea Faisal is a Sudanese politician and member of the National Congress Party.

  • Elania Patel

    Elania Patel is an Indian politician who has served as a member of the Lok Sabha since 2019.

  • Ayzal Nurmagomedov

    Ayzal Nurmagomedov is a Russian politician and member of the State Duma, the lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia.

  • Starlee Moran

    Starlee Moran is a respected technology journalist known for her insightful articles and interviews.

  • Akeela Malik

    Akeela Malik is a Pakistani politician and member of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement party.

  • Denney Jacobs

    Denney Jacobs is a young and successful entrepreneur who has founded several innovative startups in the technology and e-commerce sectors.

  • Christian Poulsen

    Danish footballer.

  • Nefi Sánchez

    Nefi Sánchez is a Salvadoran politician who has served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of El Salvador.

  • Lucian Bute

    Romanian former professional boxer known for his successful career in the super middleweight division.

Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:

  • Bernadette Peters
    Bernadette Peters

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Natalia Vodianova
    Natalia Vodianova

    Model and actress from russia-french.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Stephanie Beacham
    Stephanie Beacham

    Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

  • Dorothy Stratten
    Dorothy Stratten

    Canadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.

  • Mario Andretti
    Mario Andretti

    Aldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.

  • Svetlana Alliluyeva
    Svetlana Alliluyeva

    Russian-american writer and educator (d.2011).

  • Rae Dawn Chong
    Rae Dawn Chong

    Canadian actress.

  • Mercedes Ruehl
    Mercedes Ruehl

    American actress.

  • Vincente Minnelli
    Vincente Minnelli

    American film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).

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February 28, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 44 years 1 month old,

or 529 months and 22 days old,

or 2303 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16122 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 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 28, 1980?

There are 315 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1980?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 28, 1980.

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February 28, 1980: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1980:

  • Jazir Amir

    Jazir Amir was a renowned military leader who played a key role in the independence movement of a Middle Eastern country.

  • Lebaron Fiske

    Lebaron Fiske was an American astronomer who specialized in the study of exoplanets and the search for extraterrestrial life.

  • Jadwiga Jędrzejowska

    Jadwiga Jędrzejowska was a Polish tennis player known for her success in the 1930s and 1940s.

  • Costante Bonazza
  • Pim Goff
  • Piero Bargellini
  • Gianni Comino

What famous deaths happened on February 28th?

Famous deaths on February 28th:

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Ruby Keeler
    Ruby Keeler

    Canadian-american actress and dancer.

  • Mary Stuart
    Mary Stuart

    American actress and singer (b. 1926).

  • Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
    Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

    American actor (born in 1905).

  • Jim Thorpe
    Jim Thorpe

    American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...

  • Anny Ondra
    Anny Ondra

    Actress (blackmail) dies at 83.

  • Henry Luce

    American publisher, born in china.

  • Dewell Hines

    Dewell Hines was a celebrated artist known for their unique and innovative artistic style.

  • Aleja Fernandez

    Aleja Fernandez was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and its applications in...

  • Owen Chamberlain

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize in physics on 10/26/1959 with dr.

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February 28, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 28, 1980:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1980:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1980: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 25th and March 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1980 was Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.

February 28, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

February 28, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1980 was Too Much Too Young (The Special AKA Live! EP) by The Specials, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.

February 28, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 2nd. 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 28, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1980 was And The Beat Goes On by The Whispers, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 25th and March 2nd.

February 28, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 28, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 25th and March 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

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February 28, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Defiance

Defiance

Release year: 1980

Directed by: John Flynn

Starring: Jan-Michael Vincent, Theresa Saldana, Danny Aiello, Rudy Ramos

A Small Circle of Friends

A Small Circle of Friends

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Rob Cohen

Starring: Brad Davis, Karen Allen, Jameson Parker, Shelley Long

Action

Action

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Tinto Brass

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

Country: Italy

Cannibal Holocaust

Cannibal Holocaust

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Ruggero Deodato

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

Country: Italy

Babylon

Babylon

Release year: 1980

Directed by: Franco Rosso

Starring: Trevor Laird, Karl Howman, Ann Duncan, Brian Bovell, Brinsley Forde, Beverley Michaels, David N. Haynes, Beverley Dublin, Victor Romero Evans, Archie Pool

Country: Italy

February 28, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 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:

Fox

Fox

Release year: 1980

Starring: Bernard Hill, Derrick O'Connor, Larry Lamb, Ray Winstone

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Lord Schmetterhemd

Lord Schmetterhemd

Release year: 1979

United States

United States

Release year: 1980

Country: United States of America

Sanford

Sanford

Release year: 1980

Country: United States of America

Here's Boomer

Here's Boomer

Release year: 1980

Country: United States of America

February 28, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Dead Zone by Stephen King

The Dead Zone

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The Devil'S Alternative by Frederick Forsyth

The Devil'S Alternative

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Frederick Forsyth, #1 New York Times Bestseller, delivers a terrifyingly possible novel about international terrorism and impending warfare... The Russian people are facing starvation, so the Politburo faces a daunting task:

Smiley'S People by John le Carré

Smiley'S People

By:

The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, Our Kind of Traitor, and The Night Manager, is now a TV series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.

The New York Times 60-Minute Gourmet by Pierre Franey

The New York Times 60-Minute Gourmet

By:

Pierre Franey's NEW YORK TIMES cooking column has inspired a collection of delicious, complete meals that can all be made in one hour.

Princess Daisy by Judith Krantz

Princess Daisy

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She was born Princess Marguerite Alexandrovna Valensky. Everyone called her Daisy. She was a beautiful blonde beauty who lived in the world of aristocrats, and many wealthy people. Her father was a Russian nobleman and prince.

February 28, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 28, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crazy Balloon

Crazy Balloon

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Maze game

Publisher: Taito

Rally-X

Rally-X

Platform: Arcade, Various

Genre: Maze, Driving

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Midway

Rescue at Rigel

Rescue at Rigel

Platform: Apple II, DOS, TRS-80, VIC-20, Commodore PET, Atari 8-bit.

Genre: Sci-Fi CRPG

Publisher: Epyx

Red Baron

Red Baron

Platform: Arcade, Xbox 360, Games for Windows LIVE (via Game Room)

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Atari, Inc

B-1 Nuclear Bomber

B-1 Nuclear Bomber

Platform: Apple II, VIC-20, Commodore 64, Atari 8-bit, DOS, TRS-80, CP/M, Texas Instruments TI-99/4A

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: Avalon Hill

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Who was the US President on February 28, 1980?

On February 28, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1980?

On February 28, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1980?

On February 28, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 28th?

February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
  • 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.

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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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