Thursday August 17, 2000: on this day

August 17, 2000 was the 230th day of the year 2000, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 17, 2000 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 17, 2000, who was born and died on August 17, 2000, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 2000, which were the most popular songs (ex. Incomplete by Sisqo), movies (e.g. Magnolia, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson), TV series (e.g. Gillette Soccer Saturday) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 2000 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 17, 2000?


August 17, 2000 was a Thursday and it was the 230th day of the year 2000 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 2000 can also be written as 8/17/2000 in the US and as 17/8/2000 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 2000 in August 2000 calendar

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August 17, 2000: What happened on that day?


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August 17, 2000: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 17, 2000:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $82.75
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $48.38
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $71.12
  • General Electric GE: opens at $56.31
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $119.75

Exchange Rates on August 17, 2000:

  • 1 JPY = 0.61 GBP
  • 1 JPY = 1.57 CHF
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August 17, 2000: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th 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 17, 2000: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 2000 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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August 17, 2000: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 17, 2000 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 2000 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 17, 2000 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 09:26 pm and setting at 09:19 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 15, 2000 while the next full moon would come on Sep 13, 2000.

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Who was born on August 17, 2000?


Famous people born on August 17, 2000:

  • Lil Pump

    American rapper and songwriter.

  • Agnese Benetton

    Italian family of distinction, debora compagnoni's daughter and alessandro benetton, her manager, is the daughter of skier debora compagni.

  • Thomás Chacón
  • Heron Crespo da Silva
  • Stephen Duke-McKenna
  • Dovydas Giedraitis
  • Maurice Malone
  • Kwaku Bonsu Osei
  • Rodrigo Saravia
  • Hrvoje Smolčić
  • VillaBanks
  • Adrijana Mori
  • Olivia Nelson-Ododa
  • Hashim Ali
  • Álvaro Barreal

Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:

  • Robert De Niro
    Robert De Niro

    American actor, director, and businessman.

  • Sean Penn
    Sean Penn

    American actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).

  • Donnie Wahlberg
    Donnie Wahlberg

    American musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.

  • Yû Aoi
    Yû Aoi

    Yû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.

  • Austin Butler
    Austin Butler

    Austin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.

  • Belinda Carlisle
    Belinda Carlisle

    American musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...

  • Maureen O'Hara
    Maureen O'Hara

    An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Brady Corbet
    Brady Corbet

    Brady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.

  • Helen McCrory
    Helen McCrory

    British actress (b. 1968).

  • Julian Fellowes
    Julian Fellowes

    English actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.

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August 17, 2000: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 23 years 7 months old,

or 283 months and 11 days old,

or 1232 weeks

or 8624 days old,

if you were born on August 17, 2000.

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 August 17, 2000?

There are 142 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 2000?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 17, 2000.

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August 17, 2000: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 17, 2000:

  • Jack Walker

    English businessman (b. 1929).

  • Hans Diedrich von Tiesenhausen
  • Vasilīs Efraimidīs
  • Robert R. Gilruth
  • Erich Borchmeyer
  • Franco Donatoni

What famous deaths happened on August 17th?

Famous deaths on August 17th:

  • Billy Murray
    Billy Murray

    Singer (denver nightengale), dies at 77.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Vivian Vance
    Vivian Vance

    Beloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.

  • Yvonne Craig
    Yvonne Craig

    Yvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.

  • Richard Barthelmess
    Richard Barthelmess

    Actor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Draydon Carter

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Pandit Jasraj

    Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.

  • Odai Barakat

    Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Azaylea Frost

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.

  • Loranzo Da Ponte

    Italian librettist known for his collaborations with Mozart.

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August 17, 2000: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 17, 2000:

  • Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
  • Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
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August 17, 2000: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 17, 2000 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 14th and August 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 17, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 2000 was Incomplete by Sisqo, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.

August 17, 2000: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Incomplete
  2. - Bent youtube
  3. - Jumpin' Jumpin'
  4. - It's Gonna Be Me
  5. - Doesn't Really Matter youtube

August 17, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 2000 was 7 Days by Craig David, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.

August 17, 2000: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - 7 Days
  2. - Rock DJ
  3. - Freestyler
  4. - I Turn To You
  5. - Life Is A Rollercoaster

August 17, 2000: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 2000 was Incomplete by Sisqo, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.

August 17, 2000: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Incomplete
  2. - No More
  3. - Let's Get Married
  4. - Wifey
  5. - Bounce With Me

August 17, 2000: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 17, 2000 was A Puro Dolor by Son By Four, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.

August 17, 2000: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - A Puro Dolor
  2. - Jurame
  3. - Muy Dentro De Mi [You Sang To Me]
  4. - Secreto de Amor
  5. - Si Te Vas

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August 17, 2000: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 17, 2000 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Magnolia

Magnolia

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jason Robards, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

The Hurricane

The Hurricane

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Norman Jewison

Starring: Denzel Washington, Vicellous Shannon, Deborah Kara Unger, Liev Schreiber

Country: United States of America

Anywhere But Here

Anywhere But Here

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Wayne Wang

Starring: Susan Sarandon, Natalie Portman, Hart Bochner, Eileen Ryan

Country: United States of America

Bring It On

Bring It On

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Peyton Reed

Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Eliza Dushku, Jesse Bradford, Gabrielle Union

Country: United States of America

High Fidelity

High Fidelity

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Stephen Frears

Starring: Jack Black, Tim Robbins, Joan Cusack, Iben Hjejle, John Cusack

Country: United States of America

August 17, 2000: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 17, 2000 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Gillette Soccer Saturday

Gillette Soccer Saturday

Release year: 2000

The Little Vampire

The Little Vampire

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Uli Edel

Mysterious Ways

Mysterious Ways

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Dan Garcia

Baby Blues

Baby Blues

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Dylan Pearce

You Only Live Once

You Only Live Once

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Fritz Lang

August 17, 2000: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 17, 2000 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

American Rhapsody by Joe Eszterhas

American Rhapsody

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The setting is. . The landscape of the American Republic, Hollywood and Washington. . . Joe Eszterhas (ex-Rolling Stone reporter), National Book Award nominee Charlie Simpson's Apocalypse for the National Book Award, and

The Brethren by John Grisham

The Brethren

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThey are three disgraced ex-judges serving time in a Florida federal jail. One was sentenced for tax evasion.

In A Sunburned Country by Bill Bryson

In A Sunburned Country

By:

A CLASSIC FROM NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR FOR ONE SUMMER. Every time Bill Bryson leaves the house, memorable travel literature threatens.

It'S Not About The Bike by Lance Armstrong with Sally Jenkins

It'S Not About The Bike

By:

The cyclist who is a world champion recounts his battle with cancer, the difficult treatments he had to endure, his triumph in 1999 Tour de France and the birth of his son.

The Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw

The Greatest Generation

By:

This is the instant bestseller and instant classic that has changed how we see World War II. It was written by the beloved journalist, whose iconic career lasted over fifty years.

August 17, 2000: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 17, 2000 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Adventures of Cookie & Cream

The Adventures of Cookie & Cream

Platform: PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 3

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: JP From Software; NA Agetec; EU Empire Interactive

Air (visual novel)

Air (visual novel)

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Dreamcast, PlayStation 2, SoftBank Mobile, PlayStation Portable, FOMA, Android, iOS, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Drama; Fantasy; Romance; Tragedy

Publisher: VisualArt's (Windows) NEC Interchannel (DC, PS2) Prototype (SoftBank 3G, PSP, FOMA)

Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX

Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX

Platform: PlayStation, Game Boy Color, Dreamcast, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Acclaim Max Sports

Dokapon Millennium Quest

Dokapon Millennium Quest

Platform: Game Boy Color

Genre: Action game

Publisher: Asmik Ace Entertainment

Fast Food Tycoon

Fast Food Tycoon

Platform: PC

Genre: Business simulation game

Publisher: Activision Value Publishing

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Who was the US President on August 17, 2000?

On August 17, 2000 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2000?

On August 17, 2000 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 17, 2000?

On August 17, 2000 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 17th?

August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
  • 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
  • 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).

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What happened in 2000?

2000 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • As many experts and businesses feared, Y2K does not result in widespread, serious computer failures.
  • Alan Greenspan has been nominated to serve a fourth term in the role of Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve.
  • America Online announced it has purchased Time Warner in a stock-trade transaction valued at $160 Billion, making it the largest corporate acquisition in history. AOL Time Warner will be the new company. Its combined value is $350 billion.

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What was the calendar for August 2000?

August 2000 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.

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