Historical Events
- Al Kasha and Joel Hirschhorn' musical "Copperfield", based on Charles Dickens' novel "David Copperfeild", closes at ANTA Theater, NYC, after 13 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Caro Emerald [Caroline van der Leeuw], Dutch singer ("On A Night Like This"), born in Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Matthieu Delpierre, French footballer, born in Nancy, France
- Ms. Dynamite [Niomi McLean-Daley], English R&B singer-songwriter, and rapper, born in Archway, North London
Famous Deaths
- Jim Davis, American actor (Dallas - "Jack Ewing"), dies at 65
- Madge Evans, American TV panelist (Masquerade Party), dies at 71
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About April 26, 1981
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 43 years and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Morning Train (Nine To Five) - Sheena Easton
#1 Song: Making Your Mind Up - Bucks Fizz
