Historical Events
Daytona 500
23rd Daytona 500: Richard Petty wins record 7th title at Daytona, beating Bobby Allison to the line by 3.5 seconds
- Rocket-powered ice sled attains 399 kph, Lake George, New York
Famous Birthdays
- Diego MartÃnez, Mexican soccer left back (12 caps; Club Necaxa, CD Guadalajara), born in Mexico City
- Jenna Morasca, American actress, model, and reality TV contestant, born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Matt Hoopes, American rock guitarist (Relient K), born in Canton, Ohio
- Olivia Longott, American hip-hop and R&B singer (G-Unit), born in Brooklyn, New York
Famous Deaths
- Karl Richter, German composer and conductor, dies at 54
- Mike Bloomfield, American musician (Electric Flag), dies of a drug overdose at 37
- Thomas Beversdorf, American classical composer ("Of Walruses, Cheesecake, and Morse Code"), and educator (Indiana University, 1949-80), dies of asthma complications at 56
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About February 15, 1981
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: 9 To 5 - Dolly Parton
#1 Song: Shaddap You Face - Joe Dolce Music Theatre
