Wednesday April 17, 2002: on this day

April 17, 2002 was the 107th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is April 17, 2002 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 17, 2002, who was born and died on April 17, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 17, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Foolish by Ashanti), movies (e.g. Spider-Man, directed by Sam Raimi), TV series (e.g. Verdammt Verliebt) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 17th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 17, 2002?


April 17, 2002 was a Wednesday and it was the 107th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 17, 2002 can also be written as 4/17/2002 in the US and as 17/4/2002 in UK and Europe.

April 17, 2002 in April 2002 calendar

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April 17, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 17, 2002:

  • Two us f-16s open fire on four canadian soldiers in afghanistan, killing four of their infantrymen.

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April 17, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 17, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $42.48
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $25.93
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $57.95
  • General Electric GE: opens at $33.50
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $87.05

Exchange Rates on April 17, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 130.75 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5741 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.6517 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 116.28 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6156 GBP
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April 17, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 17, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on April 17th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 17, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 17, 2002 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 2002 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 April 17, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 09:07 am and setting at 12:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 28, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Apr 27, 2002.

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Who was born on April 17, 2002?


Famous people born on April 17, 2002:

  • Bai Langning
  • Couhaib Driouech
  • Gui
  • Rožle Krelj
  • Dario Lillo
  • Cristian Olivera
  • Whitney Osuigwe
  • Marc Peñarroya
  • Darci Shaw
  • Luc van Slooten
  • Kenneth Vargas

Whose famous birthday is on April 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 17th:

  • Victoria Beckham
    Victoria Beckham

    Posh is a british singer, who was also one of the spice girls.

  • Sean Bean
    Sean Bean

    Sean bean is an english actor known for his roles in the lord of the rings and game of thrones.

  • Roddy Piper
    Roddy Piper

    Roddy piper was a professional wrestler known for his time in the wwe and for his iconic feud with hulk hogan.

  • William Holden
    William Holden

    William holden was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as sunset boulevard and the bridge on the river kwai.

  • Jennifer Garner
    Jennifer Garner

    American actress and film producer.

  • Olivia Hussey
    Olivia Hussey

    Argentinean-british actress, who made her acting debut at 16 with her beautiful, doe-eyed beauty in "romeo and juliet.

  • Rooney Mara
    Rooney Mara

    Rooney mara is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the girl with the dragon tattoo and carol.

  • James Last
    James Last

    German musician, bandleader, composer, arranger.

  • Adam McKay
    Adam McKay

    Adam mckay is a writer and director known for his work on comedy films such as anchorman, step brothers, and the other guys.

  • Nicholas D'Agosto
    Nicholas D'Agosto

    American film and television actor.

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April 17, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 11 months old,

or 263 months and 12 days old,

or 1145 weeks and 2 days old,

or 8017 days old,

if you were born on April 17, 2002.

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 April 17, 2002?

There are 19 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 17, 2002.

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April 17, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 17, 2002:

  • Rune Öberg
  • Delfina Guido
  • Srul Irving Glick

What famous deaths happened on April 17th?

Famous deaths on April 17th:

  • Deanna Durbin
    Deanna Durbin

    American actress and singer who made her debut film at the age of 14.

  • Kitty Carlisle
    Kitty Carlisle

    American actress, singer, socialite, and game show panelist (d. 2007).

  • Doris Roberts
    Doris Roberts

    American actress (b. 1925).

  • Michael Sarrazin
    Michael Sarrazin

    Michael sarrazin was a canadian actor known for his roles in films such as 'they shoot horses, don't they?' and 'the flim-flam man'.

  • Eva Novak
    Eva Novak

    Actress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia.

  • Gabriel García Márquez

    A Colombian novelist and journalist, considered one of the most significant authors of the 20th century and a pioneer of the magical realism...

  • Benjerman Franklin

    Founding Father of the United States and successful businessman.

  • Jesua Garcia

    Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.

  • Biju Patnaik

    Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Odisha for two terms and played a crucial role in the formation of...

  • Gabrella Marquez

    Gabrella Marquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his novels such as 'One Hundred Years...

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April 17, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 17, 2002:

  • Pope Anicetus (died 166)
  • Blessed Radboud of Louvain (d.1142)

Saints celebrated on April 17, 2002:

  • Saint Gerwin of Oudenburg (d. 1117)
  • Saint Landricus
  • Saint Stephen Harding (d. 1134)
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April 17, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 17, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 15th and April 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 17, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 17, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Foolish youtube
  2. - What's Luv?
  3. - Ain't It Funny
  4. - U Don't Have To Call
  5. - Girlfriend

April 17, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 2002 was Unchained Melody by Gareth Gates, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 17, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Unchained Melody
  2. - Whenever Wherever
  3. - How You Remind Me youtube
  4. - Me Julie
  5. - 4 My People

April 17, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 17, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Foolish youtube
  2. - U Don't Have To Call
  3. - What's Luv?
  4. - Oops (Oh My)
  5. - I Love You

April 17, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 17, 2002 was Quitame Ese Hombre by Pilar Montenegro, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

April 17, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 15th and April 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Quitame Ese Hombre
  2. - Escapar [Escape]
  3. - Y Tu Te Vas
  4. - Quisiera Poder Olvidarme De Ti
  5. - Luna Nueva

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April 17, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 17, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Spider-Man

Spider-Man

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Sam Raimi

Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Willem Dafoe, James Franco

Country: United States of America

Insomnia

Insomnia

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Starring: Al Pacino, Robin Williams, Hilary Swank, Martin Donovan

Country: United States of America

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Rob Minkoff

Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki

Country: United States of America

April 17, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 17, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Verdammt verliebt

Verdammt verliebt

Release year: 2002

Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi

Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi

Release year: 2002

The Story of a Noble Family

The Story of a Noble Family

Release year: 2002

Rockface

Rockface

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Mark Roper

No Boundaries

No Boundaries

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Violet Mendoza

April 17, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 17, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Song Flung Up To Heaven by Maya Angelou

A Song Flung Up To Heaven

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This is the culmination of an extraordinary achievement in American literature: six volumes of autobiography, which began over thirty years ago with the publication of I Know Why the Caged.

The Stone Monkey by Jeffery Deaver

The Stone Monkey

By:

The Stone Monkey, Jeffery Deaver’s sequel to his huge bestseller The Bone Collector (now a feature movie starring Angelina Jolie & Denzel Washington), is "simply outstanding".

Body of Lies by Iris Johansen

Body of Lies

By:

Eve Duncan is the iconic character of #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen. She thought she had forgotten her past. She finds herself following a murderer so deceitful that he leaves no trace--except for his victims.

Widow'S Walk by Robert B. Parker

Widow'S Walk

By:

One of Boston's elite was murdered. His new wife is the one being accused. She is beautiful, blonde, and young. She's going to be hated by the jury.

Blinded By The Right by David Brock

Blinded By The Right

By:

David Brock, the original right wing scandal reporter, shares his story in a compelling and intimate memoir that is in the spirit of Arthur Koestler’s The God That Failed.

April 17, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 17, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Battle Raper: Hyper Realaction

Battle Raper: Hyper Realaction

Platform: Windows

Genre: Eroge and fighting game

Publisher: Illusion

Da Capo (visual novel)

Da Capo (visual novel)

Platform: PC, PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Fantasy, Harem, Romantic comedy

Publisher: Circus (PC) Kadokawa Shoten (PS2 Plus Situation, PS2 Four Seasons, PSP I & II Plus Situation Portable) Sweets (PS2 The Origin, PS2 Innocent Finale) Idea Factory (PSP Girl's Symphony Pocket) EU MangaGa

TD Overdrive: The Brotherhood of Speed

TD Overdrive: The Brotherhood of Speed

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

E.T.: Interplanetary Mission

E.T.: Interplanetary Mission

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Science fiction, Puzzle

Publisher: NA NewKidCo; EU Ubi Soft Entertainment

An American Tail: Fievel's Gold Rush

An American Tail: Fievel's Gold Rush

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Conspiracy Entertainment, Crave Entertainment

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Who was the US President on April 17, 2002?

On April 17, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 17, 2002?

On April 17, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 17, 2002?

On April 17, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about April 17th?

April 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of April. 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 April 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Russian military intervention in ukraine
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war - american-led intervention in civil war in syria: president donald trump and his administration are looking at replacing u.s. military forces with an arab force in syria.
  • 2017 - American pipeline operator williams partners agreed to sell an oil refinery in louisiana to nova chemicals, a canadian chemical company, for $2.1 billion.

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What happened in 2002?

2002 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
  • Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
  • Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.

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What was the calendar for April 2002?

April 2002 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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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