Wednesday May 05, 1999: on this day

May 05, 1999 was the 125th day of the year 1999, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 05, 1999 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 05, 1999, who was born and died on May 05, 1999, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 05, 1999, which were the most popular songs (ex. Livin' La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin), movies (e.g. Notting Hill, directed by Roger Michell), TV series (e.g. Futurama) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 5th, 1999 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 05, 1999?


May 05, 1999 was a Wednesday and it was the 125th day of the year 1999 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 05, 1999 can also be written as 5/5/1999 in the US and as 5/5/1999 in UK and Europe.

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May 05, 1999: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 05, 1999:

  • Microsoft releases windows 98 (second edition), from 1998.

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May 05, 1999: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 05, 1999:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $86.37
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $46.31
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $79.12
  • General Electric GE: opens at $104.94
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $212.13

May 05, 1999: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Charlotte Hornets - Boston Celtics : 133 - 129
  • Cleveland Cavaliers - Toronto Raptors : 87 - 96
  • Detroit Pistons - Philadelphia 76ers : 100 - 105
  • Houston Rockets - Denver Nuggets : 95 - 88
  • Miami Heat - New York Knicks : 88 - 101

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - Gent : 4 - 0
  • Club Brugge - Beveren : 3 - 1
  • Germinal - Charleroi : 2 - 0
  • Harelbeke - Standard : 1 - 1
  • Lierse - Aalst : 3 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bochum - Duisburg : 0 - 2
  • Hertha - Wolfsburg : 2 - 0
  • Munich 1860 - Freiburg : 2 - 0
  • Nurnberg - Leverkusen : 2 - 2
  • Schalke 04 - Dortmund : 1 - 1

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Auxerre - Le Havre : 0 - 0
  • Lyon - Bastia : 2 - 1
  • Monaco - Strasbourg : 2 - 1
  • Nancy - Lorient : 2 - 0
  • Nantes - Rennes : 2 - 1
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May 05, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 05, 1999: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1999 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on May 5th, 1999 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 05, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 05, 1999 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 1999 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on May 05, 1999 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 11:33 pm and setting at 10:18 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1999 while the next full moon would come on May 30, 1999.

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Who was born on May 05, 1999?


Famous people born on May 05, 1999:

  • Nathan Chen

    Talented figure skater who has won multiple championships.

  • Justin Kluivert

    Dutch footballer.

  • Jonny Gray

    Tv actor.

  • Taichi Hara
  • Lucia Imperiali
  • Aleksandr Komarov
  • Marie Minnaert
  • Matteo Neri
  • Rodrigo Piñeiro
  • Ahmed Al-Minhali
  • Carina Stuffer
  • Hugo Vandermersch
  • Marko Đira
  • Aleks Ławniczak
  • Janarius Robinson
  • Alec Deneumostier

Whose famous birthday is on May 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 5th:

  • Michael Palin
    Michael Palin

    British actor, comedian, and writer.

  • Chris Brown
    Chris Brown

    American actor, singer, and dancer.

  • Henry Cavill
    Henry Cavill

    British actor, who began his acting career as albert mondego in 2002's film adaptation of the count of monte cristo.

  • Virginie Efira
    Virginie Efira

    Belgian actress, tv presenter and producer, born to andra (c) efira professor of medicine.

  • Vincent Kartheiser
    Vincent Kartheiser

    Vincent kartheiser is an american actor known for his role as pete campbell in the television series mad men.

  • Tyrone Power
    Tyrone Power

    American actor of third generation.

  • Will Arnett
    Will Arnett

    Will arnett is a canadian-american actor and comedian known for his roles in arrested development and bojack horseman.

  • John Rhys-Davies
    John Rhys-Davies

    John rhys-davies is a welsh actor known for his roles as gimli in the lord of the rings and sallah in the indiana jones films.

  • Danielle Fishel
    Danielle Fishel

    Danielle fishel is an american actress best known for her role as topanga lawrence on the tv show boy meets world.

  • Lance Henriksen
    Lance Henriksen

    Lance henriksen is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'aliens' and 'the terminator'.

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May 05, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 24 years 11 months old,

or 299 months and 11 days old,

or 1301 weeks and 6 days old,

or 9113 days old,

if you were born on May 05, 1999.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 05, 1999?

There are 19 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 5th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 1999?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 05, 1999.

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May 05, 1999: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 05, 1999:

  • Vasilis Diamantopoulos

    Greek actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1920).

  • Adelmo Capelli
  • Dušan Radojčić
  • Rodrigo Ruiz Zárate
  • Pierre Petel

What famous deaths happened on May 5th?

Famous deaths on May 5th:

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    English-american actor (b. 1903).

  • Jean-Claude Pascal
    Jean-Claude Pascal

    French actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.

  • Dana Wynter
    Dana Wynter

    Actress german-english (d. 2011).

  • Albert Dekker
    Albert Dekker

    Deaths from accidental suffocation at the age of 62.

  • Elisabeth Fraser
    Elisabeth Fraser

    American television, film and stage actress (born 1920).

  • Rudolf Schön

    Austrian biologist known for his research in genetics.

  • Garl Kasell

    Garl Kasell was an American radio personality and newscaster who was the official judge and scorekeeper for the NPR news quiz show 'Wait...

  • Chanceler

    Key figure in the Brazilian independence movement.

  • Marri Shaw

    Renowned poet known for her evocative and emotional verses.

  • Mihail Botvinnik

    Mihail Botvinnik was a Soviet chess grandmaster and three-time world chess champion.

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May 05, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 05, 1999:

  • Martyrs Neophytos, Gaius and Gaianus
  • Euthymios the Wonderworker
  • Barlaam of Serpukhov
  • Martin and Heraclius of Illyria
  • Eulogios the Confessor
  • New Martyr Ephraim of Nea Makri
  • Albania: Martyrs' Day.
  • Great Martyr Irene
  • Roly Poly of Georgia.
  • Ethiopia: Liberation Day (1941).

Observances on May 05, 1999:

  • Vesak, the Day of the Full Moon
  • World Portuguese Language Day [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 05, 1999:

  • Saint Aventinus (d. 1189)
  • Saint Angelus of Jerusalem (d. 1222)
  • Saint Britto
  • Saint Gerontius (d. 472)
  • Saint Godehart (d. 1038)
  • Saint Nicetius
  • Saint Hilary of Arles (d. 449)
  • Saint Pius V (1505-1572)
  • Saint Jutta of Kulmsee, aka Saint Jutta of Sangerhausen or Saint Judith of Prussia (d. 1260)
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May 05, 1999: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 05, 1999 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 3rd and May 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 05, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1999 was Livin' La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin, according to the music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 05, 1999: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 05, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Livin' La Vida Loca youtube
  2. - No Scrubs youtube
  3. - Kiss Me
  4. - Every Morning
  5. - Believe youtube

May 05, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1999 was Swear It Again by Westlife, according to the music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 05, 1999: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 05, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Swear It Again
  2. - No Scrubs youtube
  3. - I Want It That Way
  4. - You Needed Me
  5. - Right Here Right Now

May 05, 1999: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 1999 was No Scrubs by TLC, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 05, 1999: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 05, 1999 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - No Scrubs youtube
  2. - What's It Gonna Be?!
  3. - Who Dat
  4. - If You (Lovin' Me)
  5. - Anywhere

May 05, 1999: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 05, 1999 was Livin' La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 3rd and May 9th.

May 05, 1999: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 05, 1999 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 3rd and May 9th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Livin' La Vida Loca youtube
  2. - Pintame
  3. - Si Te Pudiera Mentir
  4. - Inevitable
  5. - El Niagara En Bicicleta

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May 05, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 05, 1999 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Notting Hill

Notting Hill

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Roger Michell

Starring: Hugh Grant, Julia Roberts, Richard McCabe, Rhys Ifans

Country: United States of America

The Limey

The Limey

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Starring: Terence Stamp, Peter Fonda, Lesley Ann Warren, Luis Guzmán

Pola X

Pola X

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Leos Carax

Starring: Guillaume Depardieu, Yekaterina Golubeva, Catherine Deneuve, Delphine Chuillot

Kartoos

Kartoos

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Mahesh Bhatt

Starring: Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Manisha Koirala, Gulshan Grover

Error in Judgment

Error in Judgment

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Scott P. Levy

Starring: Joanna Pacula, Joe Mantegna, Sung Hi Lee, Kate Jackson

May 05, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 05, 1999 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Futurama

Futurama

Release year: 1999

Written by:

Starring: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille

Country: United States of America

Pet Shop of Horrors

Pet Shop of Horrors

Release year: 1999

Rosalinda

Rosalinda

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Beatriz Sheridan

The Awful Truth

The Awful Truth

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Leo McCarey

May 05, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 05, 1999 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Uncovering Clinton by Michael Isikoff

Uncovering Clinton

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Twenty-five years after All the President's Men shocked the nation, Newsweek reporter Michael Isikoff provides an explosive behind-the scenes account of the scandals which rocked the Clinton administration

A New Song by Jan Karon

A New Song

By:

Father Tim, Mitford's long-serving Episcopal priest, has retired in this fifth novel in his Mitford series.

The Art Of Happiness by the Dalai Lama and Howard C. Cutler

The Art Of Happiness

By:

The Art of Happiness is a book that explores the topic of work, career and how to find the ultimate happiness at work.

Bittersweet by Danielle Steel

Bittersweet

By:

Bittersweet is Danielle Steel's novel. It's a novel of choice and new beginnings.

I Thee Wed by Amanda Quick

I Thee Wed

By:

When one has a sharp mind and a sharp tongue, it's not easy to make a living as a lady companion. Emma Greyson has held three of these positions.

May 05, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 05, 1999 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Countdown Vampires

Countdown Vampires

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: Bandai

Aisle

Aisle

Platform: Z-machine

Genre: Interactive fiction

Arcomage

Arcomage

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Card game

Publisher: The 3DO Company

Dungeons & Dragons Collection

Dungeons & Dragons Collection

Platform: Sega Saturn

Genre: Beat 'em up/role-playing video game

Publisher: Capcom

Discworld Noir

Discworld Noir

Platform: Windows, PlayStation

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: GT Interactive

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Who was the US President on May 05, 1999?

On May 05, 1999 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 05, 1999?

On May 05, 1999 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 05, 1999?

On May 05, 1999 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 5th?

May 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on May 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Gaza-israel clashes (may 2019, iran-israel proxy conflict: hamas, iran-israel proxy conflict. hamas and other militants in the gaza strip fire hundreds upon israel. two israeli civilians were killed in ashkelon and another in ashdod. at least 23 palestinians were killed in retaliatory israeli strikes against gaza, including a hamas senior commander.
  • 2018 - Six palestinians are killed in an explosion at deir al-balah (gaza), hamas and israel defense forces deny responsibility for the explosion and each blame the other.
  • 2017 - Syria civil war: russia and turkey agree to create four "safe zones" in syria. all military aircraft, including those from turkey, russia, and the united states, will be prohibited from flying over these areas. (reuters) (fox news). the long-awaited safe zones were welcomed by the united nations, but they have been rejected both by the kurdish pyd and syrian rebels.

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What happened in 1999?

1999 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The Euro currency is introduced in 11 countries - members of the European Union (with the exception of the United Kingdom, Denmark, Greece and Sweden).
  • A brutal snowstorm smashes into the Midwestern United States, causing 14 inches (359 mm) of snow at Milwaukee, Wisconsin and 19 inches (487 mm) at Chicago, Illinois. In Chicago, temperatures plunge to -13 degrees F (-25 degrees C), and 68 deaths are reported.
  • Israel detains, and later expels, 14 members of Concerned Christians.

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What was the calendar for May 1999?

May 1999 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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