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May 21, 2003 was the 141st day of the year 2003, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 21, 2003 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 21, 2003, who was born and died on May 21, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 21, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Get Busy by Sean Paul), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Monster House) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 21st, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 21, 2003?
- May 21, 2003: What happened on that day?
- May 21, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 21, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 21, 2003?
- May 21, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 21, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
- May 21, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 21, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
- May 21, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 21, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 21, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 21, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 21, 2003?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 2003?
- Who was the Pope on May 21, 2003?
What day of the week was May 21, 2003?
May 21, 2003 was a Wednesday and it was the 141st day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 21, 2003 can also be written as 5/21/2003 in the US and as 21/5/2003 in UK and Europe.
May 21, 2003: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 21, 2003:
- Two rooms are damaged when an explosion takes place at yale university's sterling law school building, new haven, connecticut. joint terrorism task force investigators respond. no injuries reported. officials believe that the explosion was caused a pipe bomb.
- Mary bell, a child-killer convicted in britain, is now anonymously living under a new identity and name.
- Ruben studdard defeated clay aiken in a close vote to win american idol.
- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck northern algeria. at least 1,600 people are believed to have died and 7,000 were injured.
- The 6.8 m boumerdès earthquake shakes northern algeria with a maximum mercalli intensity of x (). more than 2,200 people were killed and a moderate tsunami sank boats at the balearic islands.
May 21, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 21, 2003:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $35.32
- Apple AAPL: opens at $17.79
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.63
- General Electric GE: opens at $27.43
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $85.77
Exchange Rates on May 21, 2003:
- 1 USD = 117.3 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.349 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2959 CHF
- 1 EUR = 136.94 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.7135 GBP
May 21, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 21st 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 May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 21, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 21, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 21st, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 21, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 21, 2003 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 21, 2003 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 May 21, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 01:15 am and setting at 11:57 am.
The previous full moon was on May 16, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Jun 14, 2003.
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Who was born on May 21, 2003?
Famous people born on May 21, 2003:
- Ousmane Dieng
- Raphaël Eyongo
- Agustín Hausch
- Hwang Sun-woo
- Aigerim Kurmangaliyeva
- Brayann Pereira
- Pia Maria
- João Neto
Whose famous birthday is on May 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 21st:
![Raymond Burr]()
Raymond BurrRaymond Burr was a Canadian-American actor who also served as a politician in California.
![Tom Daley]()
Tom DaleyTom daley is an english diver and olympian known for his success in the sport, including winning multiple medals at the olympic games.
![Nick Cassavetes]()
Nick CassavetesAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Kay Kendall]()
Kay KendallBritish actress genevieve dies from leukemia at 32.
![Mutya Buena]()
Mutya BuenaEnglish singer-songwriter (sugababes, mutya keisha siobhan).
![Al Franken]()
Al FrankenHe is an american comedian, writer, and us senator.
![Fairuza Balk]()
Fairuza BalkFairuza balk is an american actress known for her roles in the craft and gas food lodging.
![Judge Reinhold]()
Judge ReinholdJudge reinhold is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as beverly hills cop and the santa clause.
![Eduardo Verástegui]()
Eduardo VerásteguiEduardo verástegui is a mexican actor, singer, and producer known for his roles in films such as bella and chasing papi.
May 21, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 20 years 11 months old,
or 251 months and 2 days old,
or 1091 weeks and 6 days old,
or 7643 days old,
if you were born on May 21, 2003.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 May 21, 2003?
There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 21, 2003?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 21, 2003.
May 21, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 21, 2003:
- Alejandro de Tomaso
De tomaso was founded by de tomaso, an argentinian-italian businessman and race car driver.
- Frank D. White
American captain, banker, and politician, 41st governor of arkansas (b. 1933).
- Felice Orlandi
- Pier Giovanni Donini
What famous deaths happened on May 21st?
Famous deaths on May 21st:
![John Garfield]()
John GarfieldAmerican actor who starred in 31 films between 1938 and 1951.
![John Gielgud]()
John GielgudEnglish actor, director, and producer (d. 2000).
![Vaughn Monroe]()
Vaughn MonroeAmerican musician, singer and bandleader in the aeur40s.
![Andrea Leeds]()
Andrea LeedsActress (stage door and earthbound), dies at 70 from cancer.
- Seville
Spanish explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
- Tyronza Cornelius
Renowned author known for their impactful storytelling.
- Jane Addams
American feminist and social worker.
- Dovey Johnson Roundtree
Pioneering African American civil rights activist and attorney.
- Dovey Roundtree
Trailblazing African American civil rights activist and lawyer.
May 21, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 21, 2003:
- Equals-to-the-Apostles
- Dia de la Afrocolombianidad marks the abolition of slavery in Colombia.
- Navy Day (Dfa de las Glorias Navales) in Chile.
Observances on May 21, 2003:
- International Tea Day
- World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Saints celebrated on May 21, 2003:
- Saint Constantine the Great
- Saints Constantine and Helena
- Saint Mireille
- Saint Charles-EugFne de Mazenod
- Saint Goderik
May 21, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 21, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 19th and May 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 21, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 21, 2003 was Get Busy by Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 21, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Sean Paul - Get Busy
- 50 Cent - 21 Questions
- R. Kelly - Ignition
- Busta Rhymes - I Know What You Want
- Fabolous - Can't Let You Go
May 21, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 21, 2003 was Ignition Remix by R Kelly, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 21, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- R Kelly - Ignition Remix
- Tomcraft - Loneliness
- Busted - You Said No
- Big Brovaz - Favourite Things
- Craig David featuring Sting - Rise And Fall
May 21, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 21, 2003 was 21 Questions by 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 21, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg - 21 Questions
- Busta Rhymes & Mariah Carey Featuring The Flipmode Squad - I Know What You Want
- Fabolous Featuring Mike Shorey & Lil' Mo - Can't Let You Go
- Sean Paul - Get Busy
- Jaheim - Put That Woman First
May 21, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 21, 2003 was Tal Vez by Ricky Martin, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 21, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 21, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Ricky Martin - Tal Vez
- Alexandre Pires - Amame
- Enrique Iglesias - Para Que La Vida
- Conjunto Primavera - Una Vez Mas
- Noelia - Clavame Tu Amor
May 21, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 21, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Bourne Identity
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Doug Liman
Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen
Country: United States of America
About Schmidt
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Alexander Payne
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates
Country: United States of America
Phone Booth
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Joel Schumacher
Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell
Country: United States of America
Roger Dodger
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Dylan Kidd
Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley
Country: United States of America
Solaris
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Steven Soderbergh
Starring: George Clooney, Natascha McElhone, Ulrich Tukur, Viola Davis
Country: United States of America
May 21, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 21, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Monster House
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Gil Kenan
New Scandinavian Cooking
Release year: 2003
Starring: Andreas Viestad, Tina Nordström, Claus Meyer Nielsen
Country: Norway
Astro Boy
Release year: 2003
Directed by: David Bowers
My Dad's the Prime Minister
Release year: 2003
May 21, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 21, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Krakatoa
By: Simon Winchester
Simon Winchester is the New York Times bestseller author of The Professor and the Madman. He examines the legend of the 1883 annihilation of Krakatoa's volcano-island. This was followed by an enormous tsunami
Holes
By: Louis Sachar
Winner of the Newbery Medal, and the National Book Award! The #1 New York Times bestseller, in which boys dig holes every day, is now available in a bold new design!
Stupid White Men
By: Michael Moore
With more than 3 million copies sold, Michael Moore, Oscar-winning filmmaker as well as political activist, has written a bestseller called "Stupid White Men". It tells everything you need about the great and how they got there.
Leap Of Faith
By: Queen Noor
Lisa Najeeb Halaby was born in 1951 to a prominent Arab-American family. She became King Hussein's fourth wife at the age of 27. Lisa was uncertain about her role as her husband is Jordan's spiritual leader and monarch.
May 21, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 21, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Decisive Battles of WWII: Korsun Pocket
Dynasty Warriors 4
Bruce Lee: Return of the Legend
Zuma
Castlevania: Lament of Innocence
Who was the US President on May 21, 2003?
On May 21, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 21, 2003?
On May 21, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 21, 2003?
On May 21, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 21st?
May 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of May. 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 May 21st, such as:
- 2019 - An ambush occurred at 12th mile on khonsa deomali road in tirap district, arunachal pradesh. eleven people were killed.
- 2018 - Economy of japan: sony has agreed to a $2.3billion deal in which they will purchase a controlling stake in emi music publishing. this deal will allow sony to indirectly own 90% the music publisher and its 2 million songs.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 20 afghan police officers are killed in a taliban raid in southern afghanistan.
What happened in 2003?
2003 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
- With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
- All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.
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What was the calendar for May 2003?
May 2003 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.
