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August 12, 2011 was the 224th day of the year 2011, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 12, 2011 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 12, 2011, who was born and died on August 12, 2011, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 12, 2011, which were the most popular songs (ex. Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO), movies (e.g. Kick-Ass, directed by Matthew Vaughn), TV series (e.g. Black Dynamite) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 12th, 2011 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 12, 2011?
- August 12, 2011: What happened on that day?
- August 12, 2011: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 12, 2011: What were the main match results that day?
- August 12, 2011: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 12, 2011: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 12, 2011?
- August 12, 2011: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 12, 2011: What famous people died on that day?
- August 12, 2011: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 12, 2011: Number 1 song on that day
- August 12, 2011: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 12, 2011: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 12, 2011: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 12, 2011: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 12, 2011?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 2011?
- Who was the Pope on August 12, 2011?
What day of the week was August 12, 2011?
August 12, 2011 was a Friday and it was the 224th day of the year 2011 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 12, 2011 can also be written as 8/12/2011 in the US and as 12/8/2011 in UK and Europe.
August 12, 2011: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 12, 2011:
- Two suicide bombers were killed in an attack on kidapawan, philippines in cotabato province.
- 2011 syrian uprising. massive protests against president bashar al-assad are planned, following recent army raids.
- After a recent accident, all tracks on the beijing-shanghai high-speed railway were inspected and chinese bullet trains are removed.
- The united states court of appeals for the eleventh circuit invalidates president barack obama's mandate for health insurance under the patient protection and affordable care act.
- Darren lockyer, brisbane broncos' rugby league player, plays his 350th match as a first grader. this is a new record in the national rugby league.
- A passenger train crashes at baby, piotrkow county in poland. one passenger is killed, and 45 are hurt.
August 12, 2011: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 12, 2011:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $72.36
- Apple AAPL: opens at $378.07
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $25.13
- General Electric GE: opens at $16.04
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $168.50
Exchange Rates on August 12, 2011:
- 1 USD = 76.67 JPY
- 1 USD = 0.9875 CAD
- 1 USD = 0.7777 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.3902 CNY
- 1 EUR = 109.26 JPY
August 12, 2011: What were the main match results that day?
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Bochum - St Pauli : 1 - 2
- Dresden - Union Berlin : 4 - 0
- Karlsruhe - Braunschweig : 1 - 3
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Amiens - Le Havre : 0 - 1
- Angers - Istres : 3 - 1
- Arles - Nantes : 0 - 0
- Bastia - Le Mans : 1 - 0
- Guingamp - Metz : 0 - 1
Conference - Football (United Kingdom)
- Forest Green - Stockport : 1 - 1
Liga I - Football (Portugal)
- Gil Vicente - Benfica : 2 - 2
August 12, 2011: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 12th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 12, 2011: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 2011 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 12th, 2011 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 12, 2011: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 12, 2011 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 2011 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 August 12, 2011 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:08 pm and setting at 05:55 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 15, 2011 while the next full moon would come on Aug 13, 2011.
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Who was born on August 12, 2011?
Whose famous birthday is on August 12th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 12th:
![Casey Affleck]()
Casey AffleckAmerican actor with credits in hollywood feature movies.
![Cara Delevingne]()
Cara DelevingneCara delevingne is a british model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and for her roles in movies such as 'paper towns'...
![George Hamilton]()
George HamiltonAmerican actor, beautiful sex symbol and tanned.
![Dominique Swain]()
Dominique SwainAmerican actress chosen from 2,500 girls to portray the lead role in a movie remake of vladimir nabokov’s "lolita" it was scandalous back...
![Luis Mariano]()
Luis MarianoHis family settled in bordeaux after he sang spanish basque.
![John Cazale]()
John CazaleActor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.
![John Derek]()
John DerekAfter his 1944 debut film, "since you were away," he was drafted into the military.
![Iza Calzado]()
Iza CalzadoFilipino tv actress.
![Leah Pipes]()
Leah PipesAmerican actress.
![Jane Wyatt]()
Jane WyattAmerican singer and actress (d. 2006).
August 12, 2011: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 12 years 8 months old,
or 152 months and 7 days old,
or 662 weeks
or 4634 days old,
if you were born on August 12, 2011.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 12, 2011?
There are 115 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 12th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 12, 2011?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 12, 2011.
August 12, 2011: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 12, 2011:
- Solly Tyibilika
Respected rugby player who made significant contributions to the sport.
- Robert Robinson
Canadian football league defensive linebacker (winnipeg blue bombers).
- Francisco Solano López
- Del Connell
- Enrico Novellini
What famous deaths happened on August 12th?
Famous deaths on August 12th:
![Lauren Bacall]()
Lauren BacallAmerican actress and star for more than a century.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Ian Fleming]()
Ian FlemingJames bond, the english novelist and creator (born in 1908).
![Merv Griffin]()
Merv GriffinAmerican entertainer and tv host.
![Loretta Young]()
Loretta YoungAmerican actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.
![Peter Woodthorpe]()
Peter WoodthorpeBritish actor (born 1931).
![Una Stubbs]()
Una StubbsUna Stubbs is a British actress best known for her role as Mrs.
![Arlene Martel]()
Arlene MartelArlene Martel was an actress best known for her role as T'Pring in the original Star Trek series.
![Stephen Lewis]()
Stephen LewisCanadian diplomat and politician 14th canadian ambassador at the united nations.
![Dorothy Mackaill]()
Dorothy MackaillActress in love affair, dies at 87 from kidney failure.
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August 12, 2011: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on August 12, 2011:
- International Youth Day
August 12, 2011: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 12, 2011 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 8th and August 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 12, 2011: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 2011 was Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 12, 2011: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 12, 2011 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- LMFAO - Party Rock Anthem
- Katy Perry - Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)
- Nicki Minaj - Super Bass
- Pitbull - Give Me Everything
- Lil Wayne - How To Love
August 12, 2011: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 12, 2011 was I'm On One by DJ Khaled Featuring Drake, Rick Ross & Lil Wayne, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 12, 2011: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 12, 2011 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- DJ Khaled Featuring Drake, Rick Ross & Lil Wayne - I'm On One
- Kelly Rowland Featuring Lil Wayne - Motivation
- Miguel - Sure Thing
- Lil Wayne - How To Love
- Chris Brown - She Ain't You
August 12, 2011: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 12, 2011 was Taboo by Don Omar, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.
August 12, 2011: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 12, 2011 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Don Omar - Taboo
- Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer - Give Me Everything
- Romeo Santos - You
- Jennifer Lopez Featuring Pitbull - Ven A Bailar
- Mana - Amor Clandestino
August 12, 2011: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 12, 2011 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Kick-Ass
Release year: 2011
Directed by: Matthew Vaughn
Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Nicolas Cage, Chloë Grace Moretz, Garrett M. Brown
Country: United States of America
Let Me In
Release year: 2011
Directed by: Matt Reeves
Starring: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Chloë Grace Moretz, Richard Jenkins, Cara Buono
Country: United States of America
Rabbit Hole
Release year: 2011
Directed by: John Cameron Mitchell
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Aaron Eckhart, Dianne Wiest, Miles Teller
Country: United States of America
The Debt
Release year: 2011
Directed by: John Madden
Starring: Helen Mirren, Sam Worthington, Tom Wilkinson, Ciarán Hinds
Country: United States of America
Bridesmaids
Release year: 2011
Directed by: Paul Feig
Starring: Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Terry Crews
Country: United States of America
August 12, 2011: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 12, 2011 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Black Dynamite
Release year: 2011
Directed by: Scott Sanders
Dirty Money
Release year: 2011
Directed by: Adam Tysoe
Against the Wall
Release year: 2011
Directed by: John Frankenheimer
Sweet Home Alabama
Release year: 2011
Directed by: WDP
The Division
Release year: 2011
Directed by: Eric Won
August 12, 2011: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 12, 2011 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Portrait Of A Spy
By: Daniel Silva
"A thrilling thrill ride ."--Miami Herald" Silva creates tension with stunning double and triple turns of plot ."--People Portrait of an Spy is Silva’s eleventh thriller. It features master spy Gabriel and art restorer Silva.
The Paris Wife
By: Paula McLain
The Paris Wife is a deeply moving story about ambition and betrayal. It captures the love affair of two extraordinary people: Ernest Hemingway, and Hadley,
Heaven Is For Real
By: Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent
You can see evidence that Heaven is greater than Earth! Is there a spiritual realm in which the soul can reside after death? Is there a Heaven?
The Hunger Games
By: Suzanne Collins
The nation of Panem is a shining Capitol that lies within the ruin of an area once called North America. It is surrounded by twelve outlying areas. The districts waged war against the Capitol long ago and were defeated.
The Bourne Dominion
By: Eric Van Lustbader
Jason Bourne is on the lookout for a group of terrorists who are plotting to destroy America's most important natural resources. His long-time friend General Boris Karpov is his new friend.
August 12, 2011: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 12, 2011 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012
BombSquad
Centipede: Infestation
Champion Jockey: G1 Jockey & Gallop Racer
Bit.Trip Complete
Who was the US President on August 12, 2011?
On August 12, 2011 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 12, 2011?
On August 12, 2011 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 12, 2011?
On August 12, 2011 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about August 12th?
August 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of August. 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 August 12th, such as:
- 2018 - August 2018 lombok earthquake: sutopo purwo nugroho, spokesperson for bnpb, confirmed that 436 people have died in the earthquake in lombok.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: seven white helmets members are killed by unidentified gunmen storming their office in rebel-held sarmin in northwestern syria.
- 2016 - August 2016 thailand bombings the attacks were not claimed by any group.
What happened in 2011?
2011 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Heritage Numismatic Auctions, Tampa, Florida conducts coin auctions at FUN Convention (January 9-9).
- Heritage Auction Galleries holds its Heritage Auctions Signature currency auction at the Florida United Numismatists convention, Tampa, Florida. A Series 1861 US10 demand paper, handwritten "for" the only known one, VG-8, goes for $109,250.
- US Mint Director Edmund Moy resigns.
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What was the calendar for August 2011?
August 2011 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
