Friday March 20, 2009: on this day

March 20, 2009 was the 79th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 20, 2009 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 20, 2009, who was born and died on March 20, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Right Round by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. The Reader, directed by Stephen Daldry), TV series (e.g. Diplomatic Immunity) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 2009?


March 20, 2009 was a Friday and it was the 79th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 2009 can also be written as 3/20/2009 in the US and as 20/3/2009 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 2009 in March 2009 calendar

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March 20, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 2009:

  • In the strait of hormuz, the united states navy's uss "hartford" and uss "new orleans" collide.
  • Somali pirates take over the greek cargo ship, mv titan.
  • A bomb inflicts severe damage to a government building, athens, greece.
  • Fermi national accelerator laboratory discovers the new subatomic particle y(4140).

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March 20, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 20, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.64
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $102.09
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $17.32
  • General Electric GE: opens at $10.05
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $93.16

Exchange Rates on March 20, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 95.91 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2403 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1271 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8287 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 130.33 JPY

March 20, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Kortrijk - Club Brugge : 2 - 3

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • M'gladbach - Bochum : 0 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Frankfurt FSV - Wehen : 2 - 1
  • Koblenz - Hansa Rostock : 1 - 1
  • Oberhausen - Osnabruck : 0 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Ajaccio - Troyes : 1 - 1
  • Amiens - Nimes : 0 - 1
  • Boulogne - Vannes : 2 - 0
  • Dijon - Bastia : 2 - 0
  • Guingamp - Lens : 0 - 0
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March 20, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 20, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Ox chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 2009 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 2009 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 2009 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 March 20, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 03:49 am and setting at 02:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 11, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Apr 09, 2009.

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Who was born on March 20, 2009?


Famous people born on March 20, 2009:

  • Brycelynn Kerr

    Child actress known for her roles in family-friendly films.

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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March 20, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years and 29 days old,

or 180 months and 29 days old,

or 786 weeks and 6 days old,

or 5508 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 20, 2009?

There are 336 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 20, 2009.

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March 20, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 2009:

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Daiya Arima

    Known for contributions to organic chemistry.

  • Derward Williger

    Co-founder of Williger Industries.

  • Rayburn Moore

    Renowned author known for his captivating novels.

  • Dominga Bello

    Dominga Bello was a renowned astronomer known for her work in studying celestial bodies.

  • Mel Brown

    American/canadian blues guitarist (born 1939).

  • Project Itoh
  • Abdellatif Filali
  • Pierre Skawinski
  • Jaroslav Pitner

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Wanona Wheeler

    Prolific writer of mystery novels.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th

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March 20, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 2009:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 2009:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 2009:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 16th and March 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 2009 was Right Round by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Right Round youtube
  2. - Dead And Gone
  3. - Poker Face
  4. - Kiss Me Thru The Phone
  5. - Gives You Hell

March 20, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 20, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blame It
  2. - Turnin Me On
  3. - Rockin' That Thang
  4. - Diva
  5. - Mad

March 20, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 20, 2009 was Me Estas Tentando by Wisin & Yandel Featuring Nesty, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 20, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Me Estas Tentando
  2. - Te Presumo
  3. - Espero
  4. - El Ultimo Beso
  5. - No Me Doy Por Vencido

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March 20, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Reader

The Reader

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Stephen Daldry

Starring: Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes, Bruno Ganz, Jeanette Hain

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

Eden Lake

Eden Lake

Release year: 2009

Directed by: James Watkins

Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell

Country: United States of America

March 20, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Diplomatic Immunity

Diplomatic Immunity

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Peter Maris

Trust Me

Trust Me

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Andrew Kazamia

Push

Push

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Paul McGuigan

Sex Ed

Sex Ed

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Isaac Feder

Cupid

Cupid

Release year: 2009

Country: United States of America

March 20, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "I wonder how the book got from Guernsey to New York Times Best Sellers" Maybe there's a secret homing instinct that connects books with their perfect readers.

How We Decide by Jonah Lehrer

How We Decide

By:

This is the first book to make use of the surprising discoveries in neuroscience to help us make better decisions. Since Plato, philosophers have defined the decision-making process either as rational or emotional.

Night And Day by Robert B. Parker

Night And Day

By:

Parker and Stone-back are reunited with another New York Times bestseller, "When the sun sets in Paradise," which is the story of Parker and Stone-back.

Promises In Death by J. D. Robb

Promises In Death

By:

J. D. Robb takes you to New York City in 2060, where Lieutenant Eve Dallas confronts a murderous cop.

The Lost City Of Z by David Grann

The Lost City Of Z

By:

A New York Times bestseller, USA Today, Wall Street Journal and Washington Post. Percy Fawcett, a legendary British explorer, ventured into the unknown in 1925.

March 20, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 20, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Batman: Arkham Asylum

Batman: Arkham Asylum

Platform: PlayStation 3; Xbox 360; Microsoft Windows; OS X; PlayStation 4; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Eidos Interactive Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

2XL ATV Offroad

2XL ATV Offroad

Platform: iOS

Genre: Racing game

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift

Platform: Arcade PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 Windows

Genre: Fighting game

Publisher: JP Arc System Works; NA Aksys Games; EU Arc System Works UK

Birthday Party Bash

Birthday Party Bash

Platform: Wii

Genre: Party

Publisher: 2K Play

Cooking Mama 3: Shop & Chop

Cooking Mama 3: Shop & Chop

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Simulation, minigame

Publisher: JP Taito; NA Majesco; PAL 505 Games

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Who was the US President on March 20, 2009?

On March 20, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 2009?

On March 20, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 2009?

On March 20, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about March 20th?

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

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for March 2009?

March 2009 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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