What Happened on March 11, 1981

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Chile constitution takes effect, Augusto Pinochet's second term begins

  • Johnny Mize and Rube Foster are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame

Famous Birthdays

  • David Anders, American actor
  • Lee Evans, American football player
  • LeToya Luckett, American R&B and pop singer (Destiny's Child, 1997-2000 - "Bills, Bills, Bills"), and actress, born in Houston, Texas
  • Paul Wall [Slayton], American rapper and DJ ("Girl"; Nelly - "Grillz"), born in Georgetown, Texas
  • Russell Lissack, English indie-rock guitarist (Bloc Party - "A Weekend in the City"), born in Chingford, London, England

About March 11, 1981

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 1 month and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: 9 To 5 - Dolly Parton
  • UK #1 Song: Jealous Guy - Roxy Music