What Happened on May 26, 1981

Historical Events

  • Marine jet crashes on flight deck of USS Nimitz, killing 14
  • The Italian Prime Minister Arnaldo Forlani and his coalition cabinet resign following a scandal over membership of the pseudo-masonic lodge P2 (Propaganda Due)

Famous Birthdays

  • Eda-Ines Etti, Estonian pop singer (Eurovision), born in Haapsalu, Estonia
  • Irini Merkouri, Greek-Romani pop and laïka singer, born in Ilion, Greece
  • Isaac Sladen, American vocalist, pianist, and songwriter (The Fray - "How To Save A Life"; "You Found Me"), born in Boulder, Colorado

About May 26, 1981

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
  • UK #1 Song: Stand And Deliver - Adam & The Ants