Tuesday June 20, 2006: on this day

June 20, 2006 was the 171st day of the year 2006, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is June 20, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 20, 2006, who was born and died on June 20, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 20, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hips Don't Lie by Shakira), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Drop Dead Gorgeous) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 20th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 20, 2006?


June 20, 2006 was a Tuesday and it was the 171st day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 2006 can also be written as 6/20/2006 in the US and as 20/6/2006 in UK and Europe.

June 20, 2006 in June 2006 calendar

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June 20, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 20, 2006:

  • The miami heat beat the dallas mavericks in the nba finals 4-2.
  • The american buffalo 0.9999 fine-gold $50 coin is introduced by the us mint
  • The freedom of information act allows ''the washington post to obtain the transcript of a confidential interview with donald rumsfeld. according to the u.s. secretary of defense, poor memory and loose office procedures were among the reasons why he didn't know how his department almost wasted $30 billion leasing hundreds of tanker aircraft from boeing.
  • Unconfirmed reports by iraqi officials claim that they have discovered the bodies of two u.s. soldiers, which the american military started looking for at the start of this week. there were signs of torture in the bodies of pfc kristian mechaca, houston, texas, as well as pfc thomas lowell tucker, madras (oregon).
  • Jack abramoff scandals - david safavian (ex-george w. bush white house official) is convicted on four felony counts for lying and obstruction to justice in relation to his dealings, jack abramoff.
  • Charles taylor, ex-president of liberia, has left sierra leone to attend his trial at the hague for human rights violations.
  • Japanese prime minister junichiro koizumi announced plans to withdraw troops from iraq. the 600 soldiers were deployed to iraq in 2004 as part of reconstruction efforts. this was controversial in japan because it was japan's most ambitious overseas deployment since world war ii.
  • Ehud olmert, the israeli prime minister, and mahmoud abdulbas, the president of palestine will both attend a joint meeting later in this week.

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June 20, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 20, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $57.74
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $57.61
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $22.54
  • General Electric GE: opens at $33.72
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.84

Exchange Rates on June 20, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 114.86 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1179 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2383 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.0009 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 144.52 JPY
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June 20, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 20th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

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

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June 20, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 20, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on June 20th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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June 20, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 20, 2006 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 20, 2006 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 June 20, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 01:42 am and setting at 04:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 11, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Jul 11, 2006.

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Who was born on June 20, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on June 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 20th:

  • Nicole Kidman
    Nicole Kidman

    American actress, known for her energetic roles and her marriage to tom cruise.

  • Lionel Richie
    Lionel Richie

    Lionel richie is an american r&b singer known for hits like 'hello' and 'all night long'.

  • Danny Aiello
    Danny Aiello

    Danny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.

  • Brian Wilson
    Brian Wilson

    American musician and the eccentric genius behind "the beach boys", a composer and producer, who quit touring with the group at the age of...

  • Errol Flynn
    Errol Flynn

    Australian-american actor.

  • John Goodman
    John Goodman

    American actor.

  • Martin Landau
    Martin Landau

    He was an american actor who appeared in more than 500 episodes of tv and is also a well-known figure in movies.

  • Audie Murphy
    Audie Murphy

    American actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.

  • Anne Murray
    Anne Murray

    Canadian-american country and contemporary pop singer, who has won numerous awards.

  • Dreama Walker
    Dreama Walker

    American actress.

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June 20, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 9 months old,

or 213 months and 9 days old,

or 927 weeks and 3 days old,

or 6492 days old,

if you were born on June 20, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 20, 2006?

There are 83 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 20, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 20, 2006.

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June 20, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 20, 2006:

  • Camellia Joginder

    Camellia Joginder was a renowned rally driver known for her achievements in motorsports.

  • Billy Johnson

    American baseball player (born 1918).

  • Walter Mantegazza
  • Cesare Mantovani
  • René Küss
  • Markus Fierz
  • Claydes Charles Smith

What famous deaths happened on June 20th?

Famous deaths on June 20th:

  • Ina Balin
    Ina Balin

    American actress known for her roles in films like 'From the Terrace' and 'The Comancheros.

  • Estelle Winwood
    Estelle Winwood

    Actress (miracle on 34th street), is killed at 99.

  • Xylan Nova

    Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Daden Jones

    Award-winning playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.

  • Clee Harper

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms and inspired change.

  • Undray Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.

  • Charmeka Johnson

    Bestselling author known for her impactful literary works.

  • Muriah Khan

    Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.

  • Adaja Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

  • Ceria Malam

    Captured stunning black and white images of urban landscapes.

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June 20, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 20, 2006:

  • American Radio Relay League ? Bring your Handy-Talky to Work Day
  • West Virginia ? West Virginia Day.
  • Flag Day in Argentina (1938).
  • UNHCR - World Refugee Day.
  • Ancient Latvia ? Zalu Diena.
  • Roman Empire ? Festival in honor of Summanus.
  • Day of The Royal Victorian Order.

Observances on June 20, 2006:

  • World Refugee Day
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June 20, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 20, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 19th and June 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 20, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Promiscuous
  3. - It's Goin' Down
  4. - Ridin'
  5. - Bad Day youtube

June 20, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 20, 2006 was I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair) by Sandi Thom, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
  2. - Maneater
  3. - From Paris To Berlin
  4. - Crazy
  5. - Who Knew

June 20, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 20, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - Torn
  3. - Enough Cryin
  4. - Snap Yo Fingers
  5. - So What

June 20, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on June 20, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

June 20, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on June 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 19th and June 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Down
  3. - Caile
  4. - Angelito
  5. - Machucando

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June 20, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 20, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada

Release year: 2006

Directed by: David Frankel

Starring: Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Adrian Grenier, Emily Blunt

Country: United States of America

June 20, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 20, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

Kyle XY

Kyle XY

Release year: 2006

Country: United States of America

Blade: The Series

Blade: The Series

Release year: 2006

Country: United States of America

June 20, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 20, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Beach Road by James Patterson, Peter de Jonge

Beach Road

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Tom Dunleavy, Montauk lawyer, has a woefully limited client list. He barely keeps his paper clips in place for real estate closings. He knows he has the case of his life when he is asked to defend a local suspect …

4th of July by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro

4th of July

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The Hottest New Detective Series of the Decade Just Got More Suspenseful, Deadlier, And Hotter. Lindsay Boxer, San Francisco's police lieutenant, fires her weapon in a deadly late-night confrontation that ends in Lindsay being thrown at twelve jurors.

Killer Dreams by Iris Johansen

Killer Dreams

By:

The #1 New York Times bestselling author Countdown returns with a thrilling suspense thriller featuring a mother-son team against a murderer who is the stuff of nightmares.

Wisdom of Our Fathers by Tim Russert

Wisdom of Our Fathers

By:

What does it actually mean to be a father? What was the most important thing your father told you that has stuck with you all your life? Did you learn a lesson, a story or an experience that made you …

The Hard Way by Lee Child

The Hard Way

By:

Jack Reacher was all alone. He enjoyed the electric New York City night and watching a man drive a Mercedes parked in the street.

June 20, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 20, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Blast Factor

Blast Factor

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Shooter

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Crazy Frog Racer 2

Crazy Frog Racer 2

Platform: PlayStation 2, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Valcon Games

Race Driver 2006

Race Driver 2006

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Racing game

Publisher: Codemasters

ARMA

ARMA

Platform: Microsoft Windows Android iOS

Genre: Military simulation, tactical shooter

Publisher: Primary Bohemia Interactive

Buzz!: The Big Quiz

Buzz!: The Big Quiz

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Party

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe

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Who was the US President on June 20, 2006?

On June 20, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 20, 2006?

On June 20, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 20, 2006?

On June 20, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about June 20th?

June 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of June. 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 June 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - After it was allegedly violating iranian airspace, the islamic revolutionary guard corps shot down an american rq-4 global hawk spy plane.
  • 2018 - Sinking of the mv sinar bangun. the ferry, designed to carry 43 passengers, sinks at tigaras, lake toba in north sumatra. 192 people are reported missing.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, military intervention against isil: after russia threatened that any u.s.-led coalition aircraft flying west of euphrates would be considered a target, the royal australian air force (raaf), suspends combat operations against isil in syria. (the guardian). a u.s. f-15 destroys an iranian shahed 129 drone close to the jordan-syria border, where u.s. ground troops are based.

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What happened in 2006?

2006 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
  • A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
  • In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.

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What was the calendar for June 2006?

June 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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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