Tuesday December 23, 2008: on this day

December 23, 2008 was the 358th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is December 23, 2008 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, 2008, who was born and died on December 23, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Sex Ed) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 23, 2008?


December 23, 2008 was a Tuesday and it was the 358th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 23, 2008 can also be written as 12/23/2008 in the US and as 23/12/2008 in UK and Europe.

December 23, 2008 in December 2008 calendar

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December 23, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 23, 2008:

  • H.r. public law 110-456 has passed 6184, the "america's beautiful national parks quarter dollar coin act of 2008." this program includes a new series of non-circulating and circulating coins that depict national sites in each state and territory. it began in 2010 and will continue for five years. each design will be available in five-ounce silver coins.
  • Manmohan singh, indian prime minister, denies any reports of war with pakistan in the wake of november's terrorist attacks in mumbai.
  • Sri lankan civil war - heavy fighting continues in the northern offensive between the country’s army and liberation tigers of tamil eelam.
  • The gas exporting countries forum is a formal organization that has been signed by the world's 15 largest gas-producing nations.
  • Caroline mcdonald, acting new zealand high commission to fiji, is expelled. new zealand declared cama tuiloma, acting fiji high commission, persona non grata in retaliation.
  • A coup d'état occurs in guinea hours after the death of president lansana conté.

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December 23, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 23, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $75.50
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $86.87
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $19.28
  • General Electric GE: opens at $16.27
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $82.35

Exchange Rates on December 23, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 90.96 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.219 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0876 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.849 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 126.7 JPY
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December 23, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 23, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 23, 2008 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 2008 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, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 03:58 am and setting at 02:07 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 2009.

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Who was born on December 23, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:

  • Corey Haim
    Corey Haim

    Corey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.

  • Estella Warren
    Estella Warren

    Canadian actress and model.

  • Marie Bell
    Marie Bell

    From 1924 to 1973, french actresses on the screen.

  • Donna Tartt
    Donna Tartt

    American author.

  • Joan Severance
    Joan Severance

    American model actress and producer.

  • Finn Wolfhard
    Finn Wolfhard

    Finn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor known for his role in Stranger Things and co-founder of the production company, Sun MGMT.

  • Robert Bly
    Robert Bly

    American poet, translator and editor.

  • Esther Phillips
    Esther Phillips

    American singer best known for her r&b vocals.

  • Harry Shearer
    Harry Shearer

    American actor, director, and satirical writer.

  • Elizabeth Hartman
    Elizabeth Hartman

    Actress (fixer patch of blue, patch of blue), is killed at 45.

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December 23, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 3 months old,

or 183 months and 6 days old,

or 796 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5575 days old,

if you were born on December 23, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 23, 2008?

There are 270 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, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 23, 2008.

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December 23, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 23, 2008:

  • Carolyn Miller
  • Donald Randall
  • Elizabeth Cicely Ridley
  • Pietro Gamba
  • Narciso Bernardo
  • Luisito Domínguez

What famous deaths happened on December 23rd?

Famous deaths on December 23rd:

  • Jack Webb
    Jack Webb

    American actor who appeared in films such as "sunset blvd.

  • Charlie Drake
    Charlie Drake

    British comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).

  • Patric Knowles
    Patric Knowles

    English actor (b. 1911).

  • Billy Barty
    Billy Barty

    American actor and singer (d.2000).

  • Truda White

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Emmilia Plater

    Polish-Lithuanian revolutionary and military leader.

  • 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.

  • Mikhail Kalashnikov

    Russian general and weapons designer, designed the ak-47 rifle (b. 1919).

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 23rd

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December 23, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 23, 2008:

  • 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
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December 23, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 23, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 22nd and December 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 23, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 2008 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 23, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 23, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
  2. - Live Your Life
  3. - Just Dance
  4. - Circus
  5. - Whatever You Like youtube

December 23, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 2008 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 23, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 23, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
  2. - Live Your Life
  3. - Chopped 'N' Skrewed
  4. - Miss Independent
  5. - Trading Places

December 23, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 23, 2008 was No Me Doy Por Vencido by Luis Fonsi, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 22nd and December 28th.

December 23, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 23, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 22nd and December 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - No Me Doy Por Vencido
  2. - Como Duele
  3. - Te Regalo Amores
  4. - Inolvidable
  5. - Cinco Minutos

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December 23, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 23, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Denzel Washington

Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker

Country: United States of America

Yes Man

Yes Man

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Peyton Reed

Starring: Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschanel, Bradley Cooper, John Michael Higgins

Country: United States of America

He's Just Not That Into You

He's Just Not That Into You

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ken Kwapis

Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily

Country: United States of America

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

December 23, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 23, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Sex Ed

Sex Ed

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Isaac Feder

The Shift

The Shift

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Lee Cipolla

Crooked House

Crooked House

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Gilles Paquet-Brenner

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Closing Time

Closing Time

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Hans Lietz

December 23, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 23, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Private Patient by P. D. James

The Private Patient

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National BestsellerCheverell Manor, a beautiful, old house in Dorset that George Chandler-Powell, a famous plastic surgeon, uses as a private practice.

Arctic Drift by Clive Cussler and Dirk Cussler

Arctic Drift

By:

This #1 New York Times bestseller brings back the heroism, courage and determination that made Dirk Pitt legend in the adventure world... A potential breakthrough discovery

A Mercy by Toni Morrison

A Mercy

By:

National BestsellerOne the New York Times 10 Best Books for the YearIn 1680s, the slave trade in America was still very young.

The Snowball by Alice Schroeder

The Snowball

By:

This is THE book that tells the story of Warren Buffett, one of the most revered men in the world.

Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer

Breaking Dawn

By:

It was impossible to love the person who was killing your heart. What could you do? How could you flee, or fight when it would cause pain to your loved one? You could give your entire life if you were …

December 23, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 23, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

11eyes: Tsumi to Batsu to Aganai no Shōjo

11eyes: Tsumi to Batsu to Aganai no Shōjo

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Action, Fantasy, Romance, Tragedy

Publisher: Lass (PC) 5pb. (Xbox 360, PSP)

Corpse Craft: Incident at Weardd Academy

Corpse Craft: Incident at Weardd Academy

Platform: Adobe Flash, iOS

Genre: Real-time strategy, Puzzle

Battle of the Bands

Battle of the Bands

Platform: Wii

Genre: Rhythm game

Publisher: THQ

Bolt

Bolt

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Nintendo DS

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Disney Interactive Studios

The Incredible Hulk

The Incredible Hulk

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360

Genre: Action, Sandbox

Publisher: Sega Vivendi Games

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Who was the US President on December 23, 2008?

On December 23, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 2008?

On December 23, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 23, 2008?

On December 23, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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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.

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What happened in 2008?

2008 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
  • The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
  • Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.

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What was the calendar for December 2008?

December 2008 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.

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