Famous Birthdays
- Jake Peavy, American baseball player (San Francisco Giants), born in Mobile, Alabama
Famous Deaths
- Barbara Ward, English economist and writer (Only One Earth), dies at 67
- Giuseppe Pella, 31st Prime Minister of Italy, dies at 79
1981 Highlights
About May 31, 1981
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
#1 Song: Stand And Deliver - Adam & The Ants
