What Happened on February 24, 1981

Historical Events

  • An earthquake registering 6.7 on the Richter scale hits Athens, killing 16 people and destroying buildings in several towns west of the city.
  • Jean Harris is convicted of murdering Scarsdale diet doctor Tarnower

Famous Birthdays

  • Lleyton Hewitt, Australian tennis player (US Open 2001, Wimbledon 2002), born in Adelaide, Australia
  • Mohammad Sami, Pakistani cricketer

About February 24, 1981

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 2 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Love A Rainy Night - Eddie Rabbitt
  • UK #1 Song: Shaddap You Face - Joe Dolce Music Theatre