Friday August 23, 2002: on this day

August 23, 2002 was the 235th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 23, 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 August 23, 2002, who was born and died on August 23, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 23, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Dilemma by Nelly), movies (e.g. Iris, directed by Richard Eyre), TV series (e.g. Still Game) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 23rd, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 23, 2002?


August 23, 2002 was a Friday and it was the 235th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 23, 2002 can also be written as 8/23/2002 in the US and as 23/8/2002 in UK and Europe.

August 23, 2002 in August 2002 calendar

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August 23, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 23, 2002:

  • Recent celebrity deaths: hoyt wilhelm, a member of the baseball hall of fame, dies.

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August 23, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 23, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $36.80
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $15.90
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $52.66
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.25
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $81.20

Exchange Rates on August 23, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 119.67 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.556 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.5142 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 116.3 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6396 GBP

August 23, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Ein Frankfurt - Greuther Furth : 2 - 0
  • Ein Trier - Karlsruhe : 3 - 0
  • Lubeck - St Pauli : 6 - 0

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Lille - Troyes : 0 - 0

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Northampton - Blackpool : 0 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Chelsea - Man United : 2 - 2
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August 23, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 23, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on August 23rd, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 23, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 23, 2002 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 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 August 23, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 08:31 pm and setting at 07:38 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 22, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Sep 21, 2002.

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Who was born on August 23, 2002?


Famous people born on August 23, 2002:

  • Indiana Massara

    Australian singer and social media personality.

  • Grant Knoche

    Pop singer.

  • Arthur Cazaux
  • Adam Obert

Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:

  • River Phoenix
    River Phoenix

    River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.

  • Kobe Bryant
    Kobe Bryant

    Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.

  • Gene Kelly
    Gene Kelly

    American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.

  • Barbara Eden
    Barbara Eden

    American actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.

  • Rita Pavone
    Rita Pavone

    Rita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.

  • Rick Springfield
    Rick Springfield

    An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.

  • Shelley Long
    Shelley Long

    American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.

  • Jay Mohr
    Jay Mohr

    American comedian, actor, and radio host.

  • Vera Miles
    Vera Miles

    American actress and model miss kansas 1948.

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August 23, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 7 months old,

or 259 months and 6 days old,

or 1127 weeks

or 7889 days old,

if you were born on August 23, 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 August 23, 2002?

There are 147 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 23, 2002.

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August 23, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 23, 2002:

  • Hoyt Wilhelm

    Hoyt Wilhelm was a Hall of Fame pitcher known for his knuckleball and long career in Major League Baseball.

  • Stafford Beer

    Pioneering cybernetician and management theorist.

  • Anthony Stafford Beer
  • Wayne Simmons

What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?

Famous deaths on August 23rd:

  • Rudolph Valentino
    Rudolph Valentino

    Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.

  • Lori Nelson
    Lori Nelson

    Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.

  • Brock Peters
    Brock Peters

    Nyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).

  • Kathleen Freeman
    Kathleen Freeman

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).

  • Adaria

    Renowned painter known for her abstract works.

  • John Kendrew

    British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...

  • Kinser

    Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.

  • Bohden Poraj-Kosmider

    Polish military officer known for his service during World War II.

  • Bruk Alemayehu

    Ethiopian politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

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August 23, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 23, 2002:

  • Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
  • Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
  • Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
  • RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
  • Roman festivals - Vulcanalia

Observances on August 23, 2002:

  • International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
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August 23, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 23, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 19th and August 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 23, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 23, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 23, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Hot In Herre
  3. - Complicated
  4. - Just A Friend
  5. - I Need A Girl (Part Two)

August 23, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 2002 was Colourblind by Darius, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 23, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 23, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Colourblind
  2. - Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake)
  3. - Automatic High
  4. - Underneath Your Clothes
  5. - Round Round

August 23, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 23, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 23, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Hot In Herre
  3. - Nothin'
  4. - Just A Friend 2002
  5. - I Need A Girl (Part Two)

August 23, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 23, 2002 was El Dolor De Tu Presencia by Jennifer Pena, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 23, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 23, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Dolor De Tu Presencia
  2. - A Dios Le Pido
  3. - Mentiroso
  4. - Y Tu Te Vas
  5. - Entra En Mi Vida

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August 23, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 23, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

The Hours

The Hours

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Stephen Daldry

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep, Claire Danes, Ed Harris, Jeff Daniels, Eileen Atkins, Allison Janney, Toni Collette, John C. Reilly, Stephen Dillane

Country: United States of America

Frida

Frida

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Julie Taymor

Starring: Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Diego Luna, Valeria Golino, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Saffron Burrows, Geoffrey Rush, Roger Rees

Country: United States of America

August 23, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 23, 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:

Still Game

Still Game

Release year: 2002

Starring: Ford Kiernan, Greg Hemphill, Paul Riley, Mark Cox

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Cavegirl

Cavegirl

Release year: 2002

Directed by: David Oliver

Dick and Dom in da Bungalow

Dick and Dom in da Bungalow

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Simon Hepworth

Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu

Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Hidehito Ueda

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CNNNN: Chaser Non-Stop News Network

Release year: 2002

Starring: Craig Reucassel, Chris Taylor, Julian Morrow, Dominic Knight

Country: Australia

August 23, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 23, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Remnant by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins

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Wealth And Democracy by Kevin Phillips

Wealth And Democracy

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Kevin Phillips' insights into American politics, economics and culture have been a part of history for more than 30 years.

A Love Of My Own by E. Lynn Harris

A Love Of My Own

By:

Zola Denise Norwood is met by Davis Vincent McClinton, a media mogul on a New York-bound plane. He makes her several offers before she even lands.

Sunset In St. Tropez by Danielle Steel

Sunset In St. Tropez

By:

Danielle Steel's 55th bestseller is about the seasons of extraordinary friendship. She weaves the story of three lifelong friends who spend a month in St.

Charleston by John Jakes

Charleston

By:

On Secret Service is the story of an aristocratic family who lived through turbulent times from the antebellum to the Civil War. They kept dark secrets and guarded their power and privilege with jealousy.

August 23, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 23, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Deadly Dozen: Pacific Theater

Deadly Dozen: Pacific Theater

Platform: Windows

Genre: Tactical shooter

Publisher: Infogrames

Black Shades

Black Shades

Platform: Mac OS 9, Mac OS X, Windows, Linux, iPhone and iPod Touch

Dominions: Priests, Prophets and Pretenders

Dominions: Priests, Prophets and Pretenders

Platform: PC (Windows / Linux) PowerPC (Mac OS X / Linux) Solaris (Solaris 8)

Genre: Turn-based strategy, Fantasy

BMX XXX

BMX XXX

Platform: Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Racing, sports (BMX)

Publisher: AKA Acclaim

Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne

Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: Gathering

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Who was the US President on August 23, 2002?

On August 23, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 2002?

On August 23, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 23, 2002?

On August 23, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 23rd?

August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
  • 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.

Find out more about August 23rd

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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 August 2002?

August 2002 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.

Discover how August 2002 calendar looked like.

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