Famous Birthdays
- Maria Radner, German operatic contralto, specializing in Wagner, born in Düsseldorf, West Germany (d. 2015)
Famous Deaths
- Mieczyslaw Kolinski, Polish-Canadian composer (Encounterpoint), educator, and ethnomusicologist, dies at 79
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About May 7, 1981
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Morning Train (Nine To Five) - Sheena Easton
- #1 Song: Stand And Deliver - Adam & The Ants