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Sunday December 23, 2001: on this day
December 23, 2001 was the 357th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is December 23, 2001 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 23, 2001, who was born and died on December 23, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. How You Remind Me by Nickelback), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Micawber) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 23, 2001?
- December 23, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 23, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 23, 2001?
- December 23, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 23, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
- December 23, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 23, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
- December 23, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 23, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 23, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 23, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 23, 2001?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 2001?
- Who was the Pope on December 23, 2001?
What day of the week was December 23, 2001?
December 23, 2001 was a Sunday and it was the 357th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 23, 2001 can also be written as 12/23/2001 in the US and as 23/12/2001 in UK and Europe.
December 23, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 23rd is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 23, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 23, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 23, 2001 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 2001 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 December 23, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 12:37 pm and setting at 01:05 am.
The previous full moon was on Nov 30, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Dec 30, 2001.
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Who was born on December 23, 2001?
Famous people born on December 23, 2001:
- Gabriella Baldacchino
- Sara Gailli
- José Hurtado
- Maximilian Schmidbauer
- Stefan Bajic
Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:
![Corey Haim]()
Corey HaimCorey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.
![Estella Warren]()
Estella WarrenCanadian actress and model.
![Marie Bell]()
Marie BellFrom 1924 to 1973, french actresses on the screen.
![Donna Tartt]()
Donna TarttAmerican author.
![Joan Severance]()
Joan SeveranceAmerican model actress and producer.
![Finn Wolfhard]()
Finn WolfhardFinn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor known for his role in Stranger Things and co-founder of the production company, Sun MGMT.
![Robert Bly]()
Robert BlyAmerican poet, translator and editor.
![Esther Phillips]()
Esther PhillipsAmerican singer best known for her r&b vocals.
![Harry Shearer]()
Harry ShearerAmerican actor, director, and satirical writer.
![Elizabeth Hartman]()
Elizabeth HartmanActress (fixer patch of blue, patch of blue), is killed at 45.
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December 23, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 22 years 3 months old,
or 267 months and 26 days old,
or 1164 weeks and 4 days old,
or 8152 days old,
if you were born on December 23, 2001.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 December 23, 2001?
There are 249 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 2001?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 23, 2001.
December 23, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 23, 2001:
- Bola Ige
Nigerian lawyer and politician, 3rd governor of oyo state (b. 1930).
- Giovanni Marini
- Jelle Zijlstra
- Stefano Cavaliere
- Glauco Rossi
- Vicente Gómez
- Diana Grange Fiori
What famous deaths happened on December 23rd?
Famous deaths on December 23rd:
![Jack Webb]()
Jack WebbAmerican actor who appeared in films such as "sunset blvd.
![Charlie Drake]()
Charlie DrakeBritish comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).
![Billy Barty]()
Billy BartyAmerican actor and singer (d.2000).
![Patric Knowles]()
Patric KnowlesEnglish actor (b. 1911).
- Truda White
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Emmilia Plater
Polish-Lithuanian revolutionary and military leader.
- Yussef Lateef
Yussef Lateef was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer who was a pioneer of world music.
- Venida Browning
Renowned jazz singer and performer during the mid-20th century.
- Earmon Hubbard
American track and field athlete who set a world record in the long jump.
- John Chamberlain
Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.
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December 23, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 23, 2001:
- Festivus (from sitcom Seinfeld)
- Oaxaca - Night of the Radishes
- Secular humanism (American) - HumanLight observed
- R.C. Saints - John Cantius ; Thorlac Thorhallsson, patron saint of Iceland
- Sweden - Birthday of Queen Silvia, an official flag day
- Japan - The Emperor's Birthday - Birthday of Akihito, the current Emperor of Japan
- Roman festivals - Larentalia, a festival in honor of Larenta
- Ancient Latvia - Ziemassvetki held
December 23, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 23, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 17th and December 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 23, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 2001 was How You Remind Me by Nickelback, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Nickelback - How You Remind Me
- Usher - U Got It Bad
- Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
- Enrique Iglesias - Hero
- Pink - Get The Party Started
December 23, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 23, 2001 was Gotta Get Thru This by Daniel Bedingfield, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Daniel Bedingfield - Gotta Get Thru This
- S Club 7 - Have You Ever
- Robbie Williams & Nicole Kidman - Somethin' Stupid
- Sophie Ellis Bextor - Murder On The Dancefloor
- Riva featuring Dannii Minogue - Who Do You Love Now (Stringer)
December 23, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 2001 was U Got It Bad by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher - U Got It Bad
- Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti - Always On Time
- Aaliyah - Rock The Boat
- Alicia Keys - A Woman's Worth
- Fat Joe Featuring R. Kelly - We Thuggin'
December 23, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 23, 2001 was Dejame Entrar by Carlos Vives, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 23, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Carlos Vives - Dejame Entrar
- Alejandro Fernandez - Tantita Pena
- Shakira - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
- Enrique Iglesias - Heroe
- Palomo - No Me Conoces Aun
December 23, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 23, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Tigerland
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Joel Schumacher
Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr., Tom Guiry
Country: United States of America
The Faculty
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Robert Rodriguez
Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett
Country: United States of America
What Women Want
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nancy Meyers
Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda
Country: United States of America
Delivering Milo
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Castle
Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott
Country: United States of America
Drowning Mona
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Gomez
Starring: Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Neve Campbell, Jamie Lee Curtis
Country: United States of America
December 23, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 23, 2001 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Micawber
Release year: 2001
Hallo Robbie!
Release year: 2001
Country: Germany
Harold and the Purple Crayon
Release year: 2001
Directed by: David Piel
Justice League
Release year: 2001
Written by: Bob Kane, William M. Marston, Joe Shuster, Jerry Siegel, Gardner Fox, Christopher Keenan
Starring: Carl Lumbly, George Newbern, Phil LaMarr, Kevin Conroy
Country: United States of America
The Kumars at No. 42
Release year: 2001
December 23, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 23, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Mitford Snowmen
By: Jan Karon
Everyone's favourite characters are full of holiday spirit in Mitford at Christmastime. The Mitford Snowmen are brought to Main Street by a swirling snowfall for a snowman-building contest.
The Fellowship of the Ring
By: J.R.R. Tolkien
Houghton Mifflin proudly presents a large-format, full-color guide to the cultures, characters, and locations of J.R.R. The movie The Fellowship of the Ring, which depicts Tolkien’s incredible creation Middle-earth as it appears in the film, is the first of three …
Journey Through Heartsongs
By: Mattie J. T. Stepanek
Mattie J.T. Stepanek leads us on a Journey Through Heartsongs, featuring more of his beautiful poems. These poems reflect the rare wisdom Mattie gained through his battle with rare forms of muscular dystrophy, and the loss of his three siblings …
When Character Was King
By: Peggy Noonan
Peggy Noonan has captured Ronald Reagan better than anyone. Noonan's When Character Was King brings to life her reflections on Reagan as well as new stories from Presidents George.
The Corrections
By: Jonathan Franzen
Enid Lambert was awarded the 2001 National Book Award in Fiction. After almost fifty years of being a mother and wife, Enid is ready for some fun. Alfred, her husband is suffering from Parkinson's disease and Enid Lambert's children are …
December 23, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 23, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Batman: Chaos in Gotham
Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader
Ace Attorney
Star Wars: Obi-Wan
F1 World Grand Prix 2000
Who was the US President on December 23, 2001?
On December 23, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 2001?
On December 23, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 23, 2001?
On December 23, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 23rd?
December 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of December. 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 December 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Drone incident at gatwick airport: two people were arrested by police just two days before and released without charge.
- 2017 - 2017 pacific typhoon season: tropical storm tembin: in the philippines, more than 200 people have been killed by floods and mudslides triggered by severe tropic storm vinta.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: more than 100 syrian army pows were reportedly found in east aleppo, the last rebel-held territory. they claim that they were executed by rebel forces.
What happened in 2001?
2001 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sila Calderon is elected the first female Governor for Puerto Rico
- J.P. Morgan changes the name of its company to J.P. Morgan Chase.
- The 107th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Bill Nelson (Democrat-Florida), Tom Carper (Democrat-Delaware), Debbie Stabenow (Democrat-Michigan), John Ensign (Republican-Nevada), George Allen (Republican-Virginia), Maria Cantwell (Democrat-Washington), Ben Nelson (Democrat-Nebraska), Hillary Clinton (Democrat-New York), Jon Corzine (Democrat-New Jersey), Jean Carnahan (Democrat-Missouri), and Mark Dayton (Democrat-Minnesota).
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What was the calendar for December 2001?
December 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
