Famous Birthdays
- Mahamadou Diarra, Malian footballer, born in Bamako, Mali
- Vincent Houdijk, Dutch jazz vibraphonist and bandleader (VinnieVibes), born in The Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Arthur O'Connell, American actor (Mr Peepers, Second Hundred Years), dies at 73
- William Saroyan, American novelist and stagewriter (Time of your life), dies at 72
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About May 18, 1981
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Holidays: Victoria Day (Canada)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
#1 Song: Stand And Deliver - Adam & The Ants
