Historical Events
- Arnie Boldt of Saskatchewan jumps 6' 8.25," with 1 leg
- Race riots in London's Brixton area, England
Famous Birthdays
- Aaron Bertram, American ska trumpeter (Suburban Legends, 1998-2005), and children's music educator (Kids Imagine Nation), born in Lubbock, Texas
- DeShawn Stevenson, American basketball player, born in Fresno, California
Famous Deaths
- Juan Trippe, American airline pioneer and entrepreneur (Pan Am founder), dies at 81
- Leo Kanner, Austrian-American psychiatrist and social activist known for his work related to autism, dies at 86
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About April 3, 1981
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 43 years and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rapture - Blondie
#1 Song: This Ole House - Shakin' Stevens
