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October 30, 1980 was the 304th day of the year 1980, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 30, 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 October 30, 1980, who was born and died on October 30, 1980, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 30, 1980, which were the most popular songs (ex. Woman In Love by Barbra Streisand), movies (e.g. Raging Bull, directed by Martin Scorsese), TV series (e.g. Too Close For Comfort) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 30th, 1980 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 30, 1980?
- October 30, 1980: What happened on that day?
- October 30, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 30, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 30, 1980?
- October 30, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 30, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
- October 30, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 30, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
- October 30, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 30, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 30, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 30, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 30, 1980?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 1980?
- Who was the Pope on October 30, 1980?
What day of the week was October 30, 1980?
October 30, 1980 was a Thursday and it was the 304th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 30, 1980 can also be written as 10/30/1980 in the US and as 30/10/1980 in UK and Europe.
October 30, 1980: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 30, 1980:
- Honduras and el salvador settle their boundary dispute
- Nasa launches flt satcom-4.
- El salvador and honduras sign a peace treaty to put the border dispute fought over in 1969's football war before the international court of justice.
October 30, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 30th is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio 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 30, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 30, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 30th, 1980 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 30, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 30, 1980 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 30, 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 October 30, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 10:23 pm and setting at 01:41 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 23, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Nov 22, 1980.
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Who was born on October 30, 1980?
Famous people born on October 30, 1980:
![Sarah Carter]()
Sarah CarterSarah carter is a canadian actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as falling skies and smallville.
- Chihiro Onitsuka
Popular Japanese singer-songwriter known for her emotional and powerful vocals.
- Kareem Rush
Former NBA player known for his shooting skills.
- Jenna Lee
Former anchor on Fox News Channel.
- Choi Hong-man
South korean mixed martial artist and wrestler.
- Rich Alvarez
Filipino-japanese basketball player.
- Jon Foo
English actor and martial artist.
- Vladimír Pokorný
- Toshiya Sugiuchi
- Herly Alcázar
- Ahmed El-Sayed
- Mladen Brkić
- Eduard Kunz
Whose famous birthday is on October 30th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 30th:
![Adam Copeland]()
Adam CopelandAdam copeland, also known as edge, is a retired professional wrestler who achieved fame in the wwe and is known for his multiple...
![Dan Castellaneta]()
Dan CastellanetaDan castellaneta is an american actor best known for providing the voice of homer simpson on the animated television series the simpsons.
![Fanny Brice]()
Fanny BriceFanny brice was a renowned comedian known for her work in vaudeville, broadway, and radio, and for her iconic portrayal of the character...
![Ashley Graham]()
Ashley GrahamAshley graham is a well-known american model who is celebrated for her work in promoting body positivity and diversity in the fashion...
![Gavin Rossdale]()
Gavin RossdaleAn actor and musician from england, bush was the lead singer and rhythm guitar of the rock band.
![Louis Malle]()
Louis MalleFrench director and film maker, who was first recognized for "the lovers", his second film.
![Nia Long]()
Nia LongNia long is an american actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'boyz n the hood' and 'the fresh prince of...
![Matthew Morrison]()
Matthew MorrisonMatthew morrison is an american actor, singer, and dancer, best known for his role as will schuester on the television show glee.
![Claude Lelouch]()
Claude LelouchHe is a french film producer and screenwriter, who rose to fame as a 13-year-old.
![Henry Winkler]()
Henry WinklerAmerican actor who was most well-known for his role as the brazen, ultra-cool biker arthur fonzie fonzarelli in the tv series happy days.
October 30, 1980: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 43 years 5 months old,
or 521 months and 20 days old,
or 2268 weeks and 1 day old,
or 15877 days old,
if you were born on October 30, 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 October 30, 1980?
There are 195 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 30th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 30, 1980?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 30, 1980.
October 30, 1980: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 30, 1980:
- Arne Røisland
What famous deaths happened on October 30th?
Famous deaths on October 30th:
![Georges Brassens]()
Georges BrassensFrench composer, poet, and singer.
![Steve Allen]()
Steve AllenAmerican comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.
![Robert Goulet]()
Robert GouletAmerican singer and handsome lead man, who won a tony for the broadway musical "the happy time.
![Ramon Novarro]()
Ramon NovarroMexican-american actor, who was the star of silent film and won wide acclaim with his dashing roles in "the prisoner of zenda", and...
![Al Molinaro]()
Al MolinaroAmerican actor (d. 2015).
![June Duprez]()
June DuprezActress (calcutta tiger fang), is killed at 66.
- Joseph Campbell
American mythologist known for his work on comparative mythology and the hero's journey.
- Zakariya al-Razi
A renowned Persian polymath who made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, alchemy, and philosophy.
- Emmerich Kálmán
Emmerich Kálmán was a Hungarian composer best known for his operettas.
- Roberth Fisk
Renowned war correspondent and Middle East expert.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 30th
October 30, 1980: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 30, 1980:
- St. Marcel
- Bl. John Slade
- St. Theonestus
- St. Talacrian
- St. Macarius
- St. Herbert
- St. Serapion
- USA - Mischief Night in some areas (known as Devil's Night in Detroit)
- Also see October 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- St. Zenobius & Zenobia
October 30, 1980: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 30, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 27th and November 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 30, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 30, 1980 was Woman In Love by Barbra Streisand, according to the music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 1980: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 30, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Barbra Streisand - Woman In Love
- Queen - Another One Bites The Dust
- Pointer Sisters - He's So Shy
- Kenny Rogers - Lady
- The Doobie Brothers - Real Love
October 30, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 30, 1980 was Don't Stand So Close To Me by The Police, according to the music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 1980: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 30, 1980 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Police - Don't Stand So Close To Me
- Ottawan - DISCO
- Barbra Streisand - Woman In Love
- Madness - Baggy Trousers
- Stevie Wonder - Masterblaster (Jammin')
October 30, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 30, 1980 was Master Blaster (Jammin') by Stevie Wonder, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 1980: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 30, 1980 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Stevie Wonder - Master Blaster (Jammin')
- Zapp - More Bounch To The Ounce
- Tom Browne - Funkin' For Jamaica (N.Y.)
- The Jacksons - Lovely One
- Queen With Wyclef Jean Featuring Pras And Free - Another One Bites The Dust
October 30, 1980: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 30, 1980 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Raging Bull
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Starring: Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, Joe Pesci, Frank Vincent
Country: United States of America
Insaf Ka Tarazu
Release year: 1980
Directed by: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Zeenat Aman, Raj Babbar, Deepak Parashar, Padmini Kolhapure
Action
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Tinto Brass
Starring: Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore
Country: Italy
Cannibal Holocaust
Release year: 1980
Directed by: Ruggero Deodato
Starring: Luca Barbareschi, Francesca Ciardi, Paolo Paoloni, Robert Kerman, Salvatore Basile
Country: Italy
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
October 30, 1980: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 30, 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:
Too Close for Comfort
Release year: 1980
Country: United States of America
Rosa... de lejos
Release year: 1980
Directed by: María Herminia Avellaneda
Big City Comedy
Release year: 1980
October 30, 1980: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 30, 1980 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Firestarter
By: Stephen King
Master storyteller Stephen King presents the classic "terrifying...gripping" (Miami Herald) #1 New York Times bestseller--"his highest farenheit reading yet" (Time)!Andy McGee and Vicky Tomlinson were once college students looking to make some extra cash, volunteering as test subjects for an …
Number 1
By: Billy Martin and Peter Golenbock
Billy Martin's memoirs were written during his turbulent tenure as Yankees manager. They show why he was the heart of the Yankees. It
Unfinished Business
By: Maggie Scarf
Maggie Scarf presents intimate portraits of sixties women, from their teens to their 60s. She explores the core experiences and what can happen in the years and decades.
Walter Lippmann And The American Century
By: Ronald Steel
Walter Lippmann, journalist (1889-1974), was a powerful figure who loved his role as an insider and adviser to presidents. He also served as a shaper of government policy and sometimes purveyor.
Loon Lake
By: E.L. Doctorow
Joe is the hero in this dazzling novel by American master E. L. Doctorow. He is a young man who runs away from the Great Depression.
October 30, 1980: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 30, 1980 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Space Monster (Videopac)
Space Firebird
Pelé's Soccer
Musician
Odyssey: The Compleat Apventure
Who was the US President on October 30, 1980?
On October 30, 1980 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 1980?
On October 30, 1980 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 30, 1980?
On October 30, 1980 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 30th?
October 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th 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 30th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 pacific typhoon season: typhoon yutu creates landslides and leaves at least four people dead in the philippines.
- 2017 - Gaza-israel conflict: seven hamas militants are killed when an idf destroys a tunnel that was partially completed from gaza strip's border. it crossed into israeli territory. many more were killed in rescue operations.
- 2016 - Sinai insurgency: six insurgents and 4 soldiers were killed in a military operation in north sinai governorate.
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 October 1980?
October 1980 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.
