What happened on Friday June 12, 1981?

Here's what happened on June 12, 1981:

• Major League Baseball players strike over free-agent compensation On June 12, 1981, Major League Baseball players initiated a strike due to disputes over free-agent compensation. The strike led to the cancellation of 712 games, approximately 38% of the season, and lasted until July 31, 1981, when an agreement was reached, allowing play to resume on August 9 with the All-Star Game. source: washingtonpost.com
• Raiders of the Lost Ark theatrical release date "Raiders of the Lost Ark," directed by Steven Spielberg and produced by George Lucas, premiered in theaters on June 12, 1981. This film marked the beginning of the Indiana Jones franchise, becoming a significant cultural phenomenon and receiving critical acclaim for its action sequences and storytelling. source: imdb.com
• Holmes defeats Spinks in heavyweight boxing On June 12, 1981, Larry Holmes defeated Leon Spinks in a heavyweight boxing match, successfully defending his title. This victory further established Holmes as a dominant figure in boxing during that era. source: bbc.com
• Djibouti Presidential Election Hassan Gouled Aptidon was elected as the sole candidate in Djibouti's presidential election, effectively consolidating his political power in the newly independent nation.

Events in 1981

June 12, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from June 1981

Newspapers from Jun. 12, 1981

June 12, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 163rd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 12, 1981 can also be written as 6/12/1981 in the US and as 12/6/1981 in UK and Europe.

June 12, 1981 in June 1981 calendar

Famous people born on June 12, 1981:

• Nora Tschirner

  Nora Tschirner is a German actress, musician, and television presenter, best known for her work in German film and television. She gained widespread recognition for her role in the internationally acclaimed film 'Keinohrhasen' ('Rabbit Without Ears') and has established herself as a leading figure in contemporary German entertainment. [bio]

• Adriana Lima

  Adriana Lima is a world-renowned Brazilian supermodel who has been a Victoria's Secret Angel and one of the most recognizable and...

• Jeremy Howard

  Jeremy Howard is a prominent data scientist, researcher, and entrepreneur who co-founded fast.

• Marco D'Amore

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on June 12th

Famous people died on June 12, 1981:

• Ernesto Fígoli
• Humberto Tomassina

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on June 12th

June 12, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 12, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.

1. Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
2. Stars On 45 - Medley
3. Taste Of Honey, A - Sukiyaki
4. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
5. Ray Parker Jr. - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)

June 12, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 12, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.

1. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
2. Michael Jackson - One Day In Your Life
3. Kate Robbins & Beyond - More Than In Love
4. Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
5. Champaign - How 'Bout Us

June 12, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 12, 1981 was Give It To Me Baby by Rick James, according to the music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.

1. Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
2. Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
3. Stephanie Mills - Two Hearts
4. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
5. The Gap Band - Yearning For Your Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 12th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 12, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 12, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 12, 1981 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 12, 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 June 12, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 03:48 pm and setting at 03:17 am.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jun 17, 1981.

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Someone born on June 12, 1981 is:

44 years 9 months old,

or 537 months and 21 days old,

or 2337 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16365 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 12, 1981?

There are 71 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday June 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 12, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 12, 1981.

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