Historical Events
- Ron Davis pitches 10th consecutive strike out, 1 short of record
Famous Birthdays
- Andrea Barzagli, Italian footballer, (Juventus), born in Fiesole, Italy
- Björn Dixgård, Swedish rock guitarist and singer (Mando Daio), born in Falun, Sweden
- John Maine, American baseball player (NY Mets), born in Fredericksburg, Virgini
- Stephen Amell, Canadian actor (Arrow), born in Toronto, Ontario
- Yasuko Tajima, Japanese swimmer, born in Kanagawa, Japan
Famous Weddings
John Grisham
Author John Grisham (26) weds Renee Jones
Famous Deaths
- Margaret Lindsay, American actress (G Men, Lady Killer, Jezebel), dies at 70
- Maurice Fernandes, West Indian cricket batsman (2 Tests, HS 22; British Guiana), dies at 83
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About May 8, 1981
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 21 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
