Historical Events
- 2 Habash terrorists attack a travel agency in Greece killing 2
- Iranian president Abolhassan Banisadr is impeached and removed from office, several of his associates are executed and he goes into hiding
- Iranian president Bani Sadr deposed
Sports History
John McEnroe's famous 'You cannot be serious' rant in 1st round win over Tom Gullikson at Wimbledon
Music History
Mark David Chapman pleads guilty to killing former Beatle John Lennon
Famous Birthdays
- Chris Urbanowicz, British rock guitarist (The Editors, 2002-12), born in Aslockton, England
- Monty Oum, American Animator (RWBY), born in Providence, Rhode Island (d. 2015)
Famous Deaths
- Lola Lane, actress (Zanzibar, Mystery Ship, Big Fight), dies
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About June 22, 1981
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
- #1 Song: One Day In Your Life - Michael Jackson