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January 08, 2008 was the 8th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is January 08, 2008 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 08, 2008, who was born and died on January 08, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 08, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Low by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. Let the Right One In, directed by Tomas Alfredson), TV series (e.g. Gangland) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 8th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was January 08, 2008?
- January 08, 2008: What happened on that day?
- January 08, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- January 08, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
- January 08, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 08, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on January 08, 2008?
- January 08, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- January 08, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
- January 08, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- January 08, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
- January 08, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- January 08, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- January 08, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- January 08, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on January 08, 2008?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 08, 2008?
- Who was the Pope on January 08, 2008?
What day of the week was January 08, 2008?
January 08, 2008 was a Tuesday and it was the 8th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 08, 2008 can also be written as 1/8/2008 in the US and as 8/1/2008 in UK and Europe.
January 08, 2008: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on January 08, 2008:
- The democratic caucuses in new hampshire, usa choose hillary clinton to be the candidate for the november presidential election. john mccain is the republican candidate.
- New hampshire voters head to the polls to elect the first presidential nominees.
- Hillary clinton, a new york senator, wins the democratic primary.
- Arizona senator john mccain wins republican primary.
- Rich gossage, a former relief pitcher, is inducted into the baseball hall of fame.
- 2008 united states presidential election: new hampshire voters go to the polls to elect the first presidential primary. this primary will determine the nominees for the democratic or republican parties. arizona senator john mccain wins republican primary.
January 08, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on January 08, 2008:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $91.86
- Apple AAPL: opens at $180.14
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $34.71
- General Electric GE: opens at $36.29
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $100.05
Exchange Rates on January 08, 2008:
- 1 USD = 108.91 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.0071 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.1124 CHF
- 1 USD = 7.2671 CNY
- 1 EUR = 160.14 JPY
January 08, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
Conference - Football (United Kingdom)
- Altrincham - Kidderminster : 2 - 1
- Oxford - Weymouth : 0 - 1
League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Leyton Orient - Tranmere : 3 - 0
- Yeovil - Walsall : 0 - 2
League 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Mansfield - Wycombe : 0 - 4
January 08, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 8th is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.
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January 08, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 08, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 8th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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January 08, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 08, 2008 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 08, 2008 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 January 08, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 07:43 am and setting at 06:01 pm.
The previous full moon was on Dec 24, 2007 while the next full moon would come on Jan 22, 2008.
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Who was born on January 08, 2008?
Whose famous birthday is on January 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 8th:
![Elvis Presley]()
Elvis PresleyAmerican pop singer.
![David Bowie]()
David BowieBritish actor and rock star with exotic looks.
![Cynthia Erivo]()
Cynthia ErivoCynthia erivo is a british actress and singer known for her tony award-winning performance in 'the color purple' and her role in the film...
![Stephen Hawking]()
Stephen HawkingBritish theoretical physicist, who was also a professor at the university of oxford.
![Géraldine Pailhas]()
Géraldine PailhasFrench actress who starred alongside johnny depp, marlon brando and "don juan demarco.
![Graham Chapman]()
Graham ChapmanAn english actor and writer.
![José Ferrer]()
José FerrerPuerto rican-american actor and director (d. 1992).
![Yvette Mimieux]()
Yvette MimieuxAmerican actress, stage, and tv actress.
![Michelle Forbes]()
Michelle ForbesActress (julianna cox-homicide).
January 08, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 16 years 3 months old,
or 195 months and 11 days old,
or 849 weeks and 3 days old,
or 5946 days old,
if you were born on January 08, 2008.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 08, 2008?
There are 264 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 8th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 08, 2008?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 08, 2008.
January 08, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 08, 2008:
- George Moore
Irish-english playwright and poet (d. 1933).
- Lluís Coll
- Daniel Hétu
What famous deaths happened on January 8th?
Famous deaths on January 8th:
![John Gregson]()
John GregsonActor (rooney assassin) dies at 55.
![Yvonne De Carlo]()
Yvonne De CarloCanadian-american actress, singer, dancer, and choreographer whose six-decade career included roles in film, television, musical theatre,...
![Edd Byrnes]()
Edd ByrnesEdd Byrnes was an American actor known for his role in the TV series '77 Sunset Strip'.
![Gale Page]()
Gale PageActress (4 daughters, knute rockney), is killed by cancer at 72.
![Pat Buttram]()
Pat ButtramAmerican actor and comedian (b. 1915).
![Robert Baden-Powell]()
Robert Baden-PowellBritish military figure who founded the boy scouts of england in 1907.
![Zbigniew Cybulski]()
Zbigniew CybulskiPolish actor (see you tommorrow) dies at 39.
![Lois Wilson]()
Lois WilsonActress (alice aldrich family), dies at 88.
- Castin Galilei
Castin Galilei was an Italian astronomer, physicist, engineer, and philosopher who played a key role in the scientific revolution.
- Galileah Galilei
Galileo Galilei was a renowned Italian astronomer, physicist, engineer, and philosopher who played a pivotal role in the scientific...
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January 08, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on January 08, 2008:
- Commonwealth Day is celebrated in Northern Mariana Islands.
January 08, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 08, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 7th and January 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 08, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 08, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.
January 08, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on January 08, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Flo Rida - Low
- Alicia Keys - No One
- Timbaland - Apologize
- Chris Brown - Kiss Kiss
- Soulja Boy Tell'em - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
January 08, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 08, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.
January 08, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on January 08, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz - Now You're Gone
- Leon Jackson - When You Believe
- Soulja Boy Tellem - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
- Nickelback - Rockstar
- Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
January 08, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on January 08, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.
January 08, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on January 08, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Alicia Keys - Like You'll Never See Me Again
- Alicia Keys - No One
- Trey Songz - Can't Help But Wait
- J. Holiday - Suffocate
- Mary J. Blige - Just Fine
January 08, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on January 08, 2008 was Me Enamora by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.
January 08, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on January 08, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Juanes - Me Enamora
- Wisin & Yandel - Sexy Movimiento
- Vicente Fernandez - Estos Celos
- Juan Luis Guerra 440 - La Travesia
- Marco Antonio Solis - No Puedo Olvidarla
January 08, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on January 08, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Let the Right One In
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Tomas Alfredson
Starring: Kåre Hedebrant, Lina Leandersson, Per Ragnar, Henrik Dahl
Country: United States of America
The Great Debaters
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Denzel Washington
Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker
Country: United States of America
Definitely, Maybe
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Adam Brooks
Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Abigail Breslin, An Nguyen
Country: United States of America
Rambo
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Sylvester Stallone
Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Julie Benz, Matthew Marsden, Graham McTavish
Country: United States of America
He's Just Not That Into You
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily
Country: United States of America
January 08, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on January 08, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Gangland
Release year: 2007
Directed by: Tulio Demicheli
Sold
Release year: 2007
Directed by: Jeffrey D. Brown
Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work
Release year: 2007
Directed by: Matt Reid
Kleiner Dodo
Release year: 2007
Fight Quest
Release year: 2007
January 08, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on January 08, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
I Am America (and So Can You!)
By: Stephen Colbert
I AM AMERICA (AND SO CAN YOURSELF!) Stephen Colbert's attempt at tying his brain to hardback books. Stephen Colbert explains in plain conversational language (with the occasional grunt or whistle) his view on the most pressing issues of culture: Faith …
Twilight
By: Stephenie Meyer
Isabella Swan moved to Forks in Washington. It was a small and rainy place. Isabella's life changes dramatically when she meets Edward Cullen.
Double Cross
By: James Patterson
Alex was just about to settle down into a routine filled with therapy sessions and patients, but he soon finds himself back on the field--this time trying to capture a criminal mastermind.
Deceptively Delicious
By: Jessica Seinfeld
It is now well-known that childhood obesity rates continue to rise every year. The rates are still rising. How can parents ensure that their children are eating healthy food and getting enough nutrition? Jessica Seinfeld, a mother of three children, …
Into the Wild
By: Jon Krakauer
A young man from a wealthy family hitchhiked to Alaska in April 1992. He walked alone through the wilderness north and west of Mt. McKinley. His name was Christopher Johnson McCandless.
January 08, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on January 08, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Bleach: The 3rd Phantom
Brain Age Express
AdventureQuest Worlds
Baja: Edge of Control
Battlefield: Bad Company
Who was the US President on January 08, 2008?
On January 08, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 08, 2008?
On January 08, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).
Who was the Pope on January 08, 2008?
On January 08, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about January 8th?
January 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of January. 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 January 8th, such as:
- 2019 - Russian military police says it has begun patrolling manbij in the syrian civil war. (tass). the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces claim that five foreign nationals were captured fighting for the islamic state of iraq. two of the five are from the united states; two from pakistan, and one from ireland.
- 2018 - Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, has stopped research on parkinson's and alzheimer's diseases.
- 2017 - January 2017, jerusalem vehicular attack: a truck crashes into a group israeli soldiers in an attack on east jerusalem. the attack resulted in the deaths of four and injuring 21 others. the terrorist was previously convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison.
What happened in 2008?
2008 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
- The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
- Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.
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What was the calendar for January 2008?
January 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.
