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May 26, 2003 was the 146th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 26, 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 26, 2003, who was born and died on May 26, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. 21 Questions by 50 Cent), 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 26th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 26, 2003?
- May 26, 2003: What happened on that day?
- May 26, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 26, 2003: What were the main match results that day?
- May 26, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 26, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 26, 2003?
- May 26, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 26, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
- May 26, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 26, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
- May 26, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 26, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 26, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 26, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 26, 2003?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2003?
- Who was the Pope on May 26, 2003?
What day of the week was May 26, 2003?
May 26, 2003: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 26, 2003:
- The plane carrying the ukrainian yak-42 crew crashed in northeast turkey near trabzon killing all on board. it was carrying 12 crew members and 62 spanish soldiers who were returning from six months of peacekeeping in afghanistan.
- Unveiled is a draft of the european constitution.
- Munich, germany - the spd and greens have a majority in the city hall. they decide to move 14,000 city-owned windows nt workstations to the suse linux os operating system. munich is now the largest german city that has successfully migrated all its client computers to linux, despite having had personal meetings with microsoft ceo steve ballmer. openoffice.org will be used as an office suite. heise onlinenbsp- munchener rathaus-spd
- Peter hollingworth is resigning as governor-general for australia.
- Ukrainian-mediterranean airlines flight 4230 crashes in the turkish town of maçka, killing 75.
May 26, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Exchange Rates on May 26, 2003:
- 1 USD = 116.72 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.3729 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.287 CHF
- 1 EUR = 138.69 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.7249 GBP
May 26, 2003: What were the main match results that day?
Liga I - Football (Portugal)
- Boavista - Leiria : 0 - 1
May 26, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 26, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 26, 2003 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 26, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 03:27 am and setting at 05:03 pm.
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 26, 2003?
Famous people born on May 26, 2003:
- Caitlin Nash
- Andrej Stojčevski
- Arsen Zacharjan
- Dominick Barlow
- Trym Brennsæter
- Matías Mir
Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:
![Lauryn Hill]()
Lauryn HillLauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
![Helena Bonham Carter]()
Helena Bonham CarterHelena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...
![Pam Grier]()
Pam GrierPam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.
![Corinne Le Poulain]()
Corinne Le PoulainFrench actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.
![James Arness]()
James ArnessAmerican actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter CushingEngland, united kingdom -- actor.
![Peggy Lee]()
Peggy LeeAmerican singer, songwriter and arranger.
![Elisabeth Harnois]()
Elisabeth HarnoisAmerican actress.
![Margaret Colin]()
Margaret ColinActress (independence day: three men & a baby).
![Nicki Aycox]()
Nicki AycoxNicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
May 26, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 20 years 10 months old,
or 250 months and 24 days old,
or 1090 weeks and 4 days old,
or 7634 days old,
if you were born on May 26, 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 26, 2003?
There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 2003?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 26, 2003.
May 26, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 26, 2003:
- Kathleen Winsor
Kathleen Winsor was an American author best known for her controversial novel 'Forever Amber.
- Virginia Carini Dainotti
- Carlos Eduardo Dolabella
- Melitta Brunner
- Alfredo Bravo
What famous deaths happened on May 26th?
Famous deaths on May 26th:
![Ray Liotta]()
Ray LiottaAmerican actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.
![Art Linkletter]()
Art LinkletterCanadian entertainer.
![Sharon Lynn]()
Sharon LynnActress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.
![George Brent]()
George BrentActor (baby face.
![Jean Constantin]()
Jean ConstantinFrench singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.
- Cybele
Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.
- Samuel Pepys
Samuel Pepys was an English naval administrator and Member of Parliament who is most famous for the detailed diary he kept for a decade,...
- Zeki Velidi Togan
Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.
- Fount Haines
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Phinneas Newborn
Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.
May 26, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 26, 2003:
- Memorial Day - This holiday honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Saints celebrated on May 26, 2003:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
May 26, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 26, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 26th and June 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 26, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2003 was 21 Questions by 50 Cent, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- 50 Cent - 21 Questions
- Sean Paul - Get Busy
- Busta Rhymes - I Know What You Want
- Fabolous - Can't Let You Go
- R. Kelly - Ignition
May 26, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 2003 was Ignition Remix by R Kelly, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 26, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. 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 26, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2003 was 21 Questions by 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 26, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg - 21 Questions
- Fabolous Featuring Mike Shorey & Lil' Mo - Can't Let You Go
- Busta Rhymes & Mariah Carey Featuring The Flipmode Squad - I Know What You Want
- Sean Paul - Get Busy
- Monica - So Gone
May 26, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2003 was Para Que La Vida by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.
May 26, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 26, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Enrique Iglesias - Para Que La Vida
- Ricky Martin - Tal Vez
- Alexandre Pires - Amame
- Mana - Mariposa Traicionera
- Pepe Aguilar - Me Falta Valor
May 26, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 26, 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 26, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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 26, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 26, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Armageddon
By: Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye
Book 11 in The Left Behind Series - A New York Times Bestseller The Tribulation Force, a scattered force, is drawing inexorably towards the Middle East as are all armies around the world when history focuses on the battle for …
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
The Sinister Pig
By: Tony Hillerman
Sergeant Jim Chee, Navajo Tribal Police, is disturbed by the discovery of a nameless corpse just within his jurisdiction at the Jicarilla Apache natural gaz field.
The Traveler'S Gift
By: Andy Andrews
"The Traveler's Gift effectively blends fiction and self-help. . . Maintaining momentum and simultaneously passing on positive thinking instructions
The Devil Wears Prada
By: Lauren Weisberger
This delightfully savage novel is about the most difficult boss in history. It was also the basis of the major motion picture with Anne Hathaway & Meryl Streep.
May 26, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 26, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Big Biz Tycoon 2
Age of Mythology: The Titans
Disney's Brother Bear
Battle Gear 3
Castlevania: Lament of Innocence
Who was the US President on May 26, 2003?
On May 26, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2003?
On May 26, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 26, 2003?
On May 26, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 26th?
May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:
- 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
- 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
- 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.
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.
