What Happened on October 12, 1981

Historical Events

  • "Marlowe" opens at Rialto Theater NYC for 48 performances

Country Music Association Awards

15th Country Music Association Awards: Barbara Mandrell & George Jones wins

Famous Birthdays

  • Brian Kerr, Scottish football manager, born in Dublin, Ireland
  • Shola Ameobi, Nigerian footballer (Notts County), born in Zaria, Nigeria
  • Sneha, Indian actress (Aanandham), born in Mumbai, India
  • Tom Guiry, American actor (The Sandlot), born in Tom's River, New Jersey
Born in 1981
1981 Highlights

About October 12, 1981

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 5 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra

Holidays: Columbus Day (United States), Thanksgiving (Canada)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) - Christopher Cross
  • UK #1 Song: It's My Party - Dave Stewart with Barbara Gaskin