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Tuesday July 24, 2001: on this day
July 24, 2001 was the 205th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is July 24, 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 July 24, 2001, who was born and died on July 24, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 24, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. U Remind Me by Usher), movies (e.g. The Others, directed by Alejandro Amenábar), TV series (e.g. All About Us) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 24th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 24, 2001?
- July 24, 2001: What happened on that day?
- July 24, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 24, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 24, 2001?
- July 24, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 24, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
- July 24, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- July 24, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
- July 24, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 24, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 24, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- July 24, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 24, 2001?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 24, 2001?
- Who was the Pope on July 24, 2001?
What day of the week was July 24, 2001?
July 24, 2001 was a Tuesday and it was the 205th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 24, 2001 can also be written as 7/24/2001 in the US and as 24/7/2001 in UK and Europe.
July 24, 2001: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 24, 2001:
- 14 commandos from the tamil tigers carried out an attack on bandaranaike airport. all of them died during this attack. the attack involved 11 aircraft (mostly military), and 15 civilians were also damaged. the incident caused a slowdown in the economy of sri lanka.
- The bandaranaike airport attack is carried out by 14 tamil tiger commandos. eleven civilian and military aircraft are destroyed and 15 are damaged. all 14 commandos are shot dead, while seven soldiers from the sri lanka air force are killed. in addition, three civilians and an engineer die. this incident slowed the sri lankan economy.
July 24, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on July 24, 2001:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $42.48
- Apple AAPL: opens at $19.39
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $67.00
- General Electric GE: opens at $45.40
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $104.85
Exchange Rates on July 24, 2001:
- 1 USD = 123.89 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.5399 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.7194 CHF
- 1 EUR = 108.39 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6142 GBP
July 24, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 24th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.
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July 24, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 24, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on July 24th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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July 24, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 24, 2001 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 24, 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 July 24, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 10:11 am and setting at 11:14 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 05, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Aug 04, 2001.
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Who was born on July 24, 2001?
Famous people born on July 24, 2001:
- Drake London
- Martina Sambucini
- Stan Van Dessel
- Joshua Yong
- Franjo von Allmen
- Hugo Page
Whose famous birthday is on July 24th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 24th:
![Jennifer Lopez]()
Jennifer LopezAmerican singer, actress and businesswoman.
![Daveigh Chase]()
Daveigh ChaseDaveigh Chase is an American actress and voice actress known for her roles in films such as Lilo & Stitch and The Ring.
![Lynda Carter]()
Lynda CarterLynda carter is an american actress best known for her role as wonder woman in the 1970s television series.
![Elisabeth Moss]()
Elisabeth MossElisabeth moss is an american actress known for her roles in the tv series mad men and the handmaid's tale.
![Rose Byrne]()
Rose ByrneActress from australia.
![Anna Paquin]()
Anna PaquinAward-winning actress known for her role in True Blood and The Piano.
![Kristin Chenoweth]()
Kristin ChenowethKristin chenoweth is an american actress and singer known for her work in broadway musicals and her roles in tv shows like 'pushing daisies'...
![Gus Van Sant]()
Gus Van SantAmerican filmmaker.
![Bindi Irwin]()
Bindi IrwinThe daughter of crocodile hunter steve irwin's australian wife terri and his american wife, terri, is a well-known australian family.
![Danny Dyer]()
Danny DyerEnglish actor and tv presenter.
July 24, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 22 years 8 months old,
or 272 months and 25 days old,
or 1186 weeks and 2 days old,
or 8304 days old,
if you were born on July 24, 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 July 24, 2001?
There are 97 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 24th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 24, 2001?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 24, 2001.
July 24, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 24, 2001:
- Georges Dor
Author, playwright and singer from quebec (d. 2001).
What famous deaths happened on July 24th?
Famous deaths on July 24th:
![Sherman Hemsley]()
Sherman HemsleySherman hemsley was an american actor best known for his role as george jefferson on the tv sitcoms all in the family and the jeffersons.
![Peter Sellers]()
Peter SellersBritish-american actor.
![Regis Philbin]()
Regis PhilbinAfter years of success on the tv talk show "live with regis & kathie lee", an american tv host became a star with his tv game show "who...
![Constance Bennett]()
Constance BennettAmerican actress, singer, and producer (d. 1965).
![David Warner]()
David WarnerManchester, new hampshire -- actor (star trek vi, time bandits).
![Chad Everett]()
Chad EverettChad everett was an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Virginia Christine]()
Virginia ChristineActress (mrs olson), passes away at 76.
![Rene Requiestas]()
Rene RequiestasActor and comedian from the philippines (d. 1993).
![Victor Moore]()
Victor MooreAt 86, comedian dies from a heart attack.
- Truda Weaver
Renowned geneticist known for her work on human chromosomes.
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July 24, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on July 24, 2001:
- Utah - Pioneer Day (1847)
- St. Ruffin
- St. Wulfhad
- St. David
- St. Romanus, 2nd bishop of Rochester.
- St. Lewine
- St. Kinga/Cunegundes
- St. Francis Solano
- St. Saint Christina the Astonishing
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 9 saints: St. Lupus
July 24, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 24, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 23rd and July 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 24, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 24, 2001 was U Remind Me by Usher, according to the music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 24, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Usher - U Remind Me
- Blu Cantrell - Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)
- O-Town - All Or Nothing
- Eve - Let Me Blow Ya Mind
- 112 - Peaches & Cream
July 24, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 24, 2001 was Eternity / The Road To Mandalay by Robbie Williams, according to the music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 24, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Robbie Williams - Eternity / The Road To Mandalay
- Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & Pink - Lady Marmalade
- Roger Sanchez - Another Chance
- Hear'Say - The Way To Your Love
- D12 - Purple Pills
July 24, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on July 24, 2001 was U Remind Me by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 24, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on July 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher - U Remind Me
- Alicia Keys - Fallin'
- Jagged Edge With Nelly - Where The Party At
- Erick Sermon Featuring Marvin Gaye - Music
- Jimmy Cozier - She's All I Got
July 24, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on July 24, 2001 was Azul by Cristian, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 23rd and July 29th.
July 24, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on July 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 23rd and July 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Cristian - Azul
- Marco Antonio Solis - O Me Voy O Te Vas
- Juan Gabriel - Abrazame Muy Fuerte
- Ricardo Montaner - Besame
- Palomo - No Me Conoces Aun
July 24, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 24, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Others
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Alejandro Amenábar
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Christopher Eccleston, Fionnula Flanagan, Alakina Mann
Country: United States of America
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
The Princess Diaries
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Garry Marshall
Starring: Julie Andrews, Anne Hathaway, Hector Elizondo, Heather Matarazzo
Country: United States of America
July 24, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 24, 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:
All About Us
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Christine Swanson
Cruel Summer
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Phillip Escott
Life as We Know It
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Greg Berlanti
Hell in the Pacific
Release year: 2001
Directed by: John Boorman
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
You Don't Know Jack
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Barry Levinson
July 24, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 24, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Prayer of Jabez
By: Bruce Wilkinson
Walk Thru the Bible Ministries president Dr. Bruce Wilkinson takes readers to 1 Chronicles 4:10. He explains how people can experience God's miracle power and the blessings God has for them.
John Adams
By: David McCullough
This Pulitzer Prize-winning biography about America's founder father and second president is a bestseller. It was brilliantly written by David McCullough, master historian.
The Wind Done Gone
By: Alice Randall
Alice Randall's provocative and daring literary parody has captured the imagination and interest of a nation. She explodes the world she created in GONE WITH the WIND, a piece that has been viewed more than 200,000 times.
The Last Precinct
By: Patricia Cornwell
The new Scarpetta era begins... Patricia Cornwell, #1 New York Times Bestseller in Fiction, takes her readers deeper into Kay Scarpetta’s heart and soul than any time ....Thwarting
Back When We Were Grownups
By: Anne Tyler
"A WONDERFUL NOVEL. . . Tyler is a gifted observer and listener who sees the value in family give and take. Her humanity is irresistible. You will want to go back to the beginning of the chapter.
July 24, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on July 24, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Batman: Chaos in Gotham
SpongeBob SquarePants: SuperSponge
Dragon Riders: Chronicles of Pern
FIFA Football 2002
Codename: Outbreak
Who was the US President on July 24, 2001?
On July 24, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 24, 2001?
On July 24, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on July 24, 2001?
On July 24, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about July 24th?
July 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of July. 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 July 24th, such as:
- 2019 - Somali civil war: six government officials are killed when a suicide bomber explodes in the office of mogadishu mayor abdirahman abdi osman. osman sustained serious injuries in the attack. his condition is critical.
- 2018 - Israeli-syrian military incidents in the syrian civil war: israel defense forces shot down a syrian air force plane near the golan heights, after it crossed into the undof area near israel's border.
- 2017 - At least 24 people are killed and more than 40 injured in a suicide car bombing that occurred in kabul's western region. afghan authorities claim that the attacker was a bus of civilian workers from the ministry of mines and petroleum. (reuters) (al jazeera). u.s. defense secretary james mattis criticized the pentagon for spending us$28 million on afghan woodland camouflage, which did not correspond to the country's terrain.
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 July 2001?
July 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.
