Thursday August 27, 2009: on this day

August 27, 2009 was the 239th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 27, 2009 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 27, 2009, who was born and died on August 27, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Gotta Feeling by The Black Eyed Peas), movies (e.g. Mr. Nobody, directed by Jaco Van Dormael), TV series (e.g. My Fair Lady) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 27th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 27, 2009?


August 27, 2009 was a Thursday and it was the 239th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 27, 2009 can also be written as 8/27/2009 in the US and as 27/8/2009 in UK and Europe.

August 27, 2009 in August 2009 calendar

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August 27, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 27, 2009:

  • Michael perham, a 17-year-old english youth, is the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe solo by sailboat. he broke the previous record by two month.
  • Jacob zuma, the south african president, will visit zimbabwe to discuss power-sharing government.
  • After thousands of muslims protesting the law, mali's parliament will review it.
  • James anaya (un special rapporteur for indigenous rights), says that australian government intervention in aboriginal territories is discriminatory.
  • Colombia filed a complaint against venezuela at the organization of american states claiming that venezuela interfered in colombia's domestic affairs.
  • Fighting between ethnic rebels and government troops in northeastern burma has forced thousands of people to flee.
  • Martin agwai is the head of the un-african union joint force in darfur. he says that the conflict in the region has ended and the region is only experiencing low-level disputes.
  • Sri lanka rejects a video that purports to show violence by its armed forces towards tamils.
  • South korea offers regular reunions for families that have been separated by the korean war to north korea.
  • The supreme court of india has agreed to make public the financial assets of its judges.
  • The standing committee of the national people's congress adopts its first law regarding the people's armed police. this gives it the legal authority to respond in times of riots, terrorist attacks, or other emergency situations.
  • Russia has deployed an s-400 anti-missile defense system near its border with north korea.
  • At least 18 border officers were killed when a suicide bomber struck a pakistani security checkpoint for convoys carrying nato supplies to afghanistan.
  • Taiwan approves the dalai lama's visit to comfort victims of typhoon morakot.
  • Internal conflict in myanmar: the burmese military junta and ethnic armies begin three days of violent clashes in the kokang special region.

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August 27, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 27, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $71.07
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $168.75
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.41
  • General Electric GE: opens at $14.10
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $118.73

Exchange Rates on August 27, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 93.43 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0875 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0586 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8318 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 134.04 JPY
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August 27, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th 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 27, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 2009 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 27, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 27, 2009 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 2009 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 27, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 02:30 pm and setting at 11:31 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Sep 04, 2009.

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Who was born on August 27, 2009?


Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:

  • Aaron Paul
    Aaron Paul

    Aaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.

  • Tom Ford
    Tom Ford

    Ford, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.

  • Paul Reubens
    Paul Reubens

    American comedian, better known as pee wee herman.

  • Tuesday Weld
    Tuesday Weld

    American actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.

  • Peter Stormare
    Peter Stormare

    Swedish actor, director, and playwright.

  • Neha Dhupia
    Neha Dhupia

    Indian actress and model.

  • Chandra Wilson
    Chandra Wilson

    Chandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.

  • Harry Reems
    Harry Reems

    American porn actor (d. 2013).

  • Antonia Fraser
    Antonia Fraser

    English author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.

  • Martha Raye
    Martha Raye

    American entertainer.

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August 27, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years 7 months old,

or 175 months and 24 days old,

or 764 weeks and 2 days old,

or 5350 days old,

if you were born on August 27, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 27, 2009?

There are 129 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 27, 2009.

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August 27, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 27, 2009:

  • Cleona Martin

    Renowned biologist known for her research on marine ecosystems.

  • Sergey Mikhalkov

    Russian playwright and author (d. 2009).

  • Sergej Vladimirovič Michalkov
  • Virgilio Savona
  • Santi Correnti
  • Virginia Martin
  • Šota Čočišvili
  • Joaquín Ruiz-Giménez Cortés
  • Dave Laut
  • Shota Chochishvili

What famous deaths happened on August 27th?

Famous deaths on August 27th:

  • Jinx Falkenburg
    Jinx Falkenburg

    American actress known for her work in films and television.

  • Greg Morris
    Greg Morris

    American actor.

  • Gracie Allen
    Gracie Allen

    American comedian and actress (born 1895).

  • Gabbie Petito

    Gabbie Petito was an American vlogger whose disappearance and death gained widespread media attention.

  • Bharat Ratna

    Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.

  • Margaret Bourke-White

    Margaret Bourke-White was an American photographer and photojournalist who is best known for her work documenting the Great Depression and...

  • Rishikesh Mukherjee

    Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.

  • Jaysiah Washington

    Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.

  • Tryson Wapakhabulo

    Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.

  • Haile Selassie

    Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...

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August 27, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 27, 2009:

  • Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
  • Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
  • RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
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August 27, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 27, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 24th and August 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 27, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 2009 was I Gotta Feeling by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.

August 27, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 27, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Gotta Feeling youtube
  2. - Party In The U.S.A.
  3. - Run This Town
  4. - You Belong With Me
  5. - Use Somebody

August 27, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 2009 was Pretty Wings by Maxwell, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.

August 27, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 27, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Pretty Wings
  2. - Break Up
  3. - Successful
  4. - Best I Ever Had
  5. - Last Chance

August 27, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 27, 2009 was Loba by Shakira, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 24th and August 30th.

August 27, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 27, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 24th and August 30th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Loba
  2. - Lo Intentamos
  3. - Manos Al Aire
  4. - Causa Y Efecto
  5. - Ya Es Muy Tarde

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August 27, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 27, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mr. Nobody

Mr. Nobody

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jaco Van Dormael

Starring: Jared Leto, Sarah Polley, Diane Kruger, Linh Dan Pham

Country: United States of America

A Single Man

A Single Man

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Tom Ford

Starring: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

August 27, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 27, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

My Fair Lady

My Fair Lady

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Kate Scholefield

Special Ops Mission

Special Ops Mission

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Military Channel

Nite Tales: The Series

Nite Tales: The Series

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Deon Taylor

Bollywood Hero

Bollywood Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Diederik Van Rooijen

Little White Lie

Little White Lie

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Lacey Schwartz

August 27, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 27, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Accidental Billionaires by Ben Mezrich

The Accidental Billionaires

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER "The Social Network," the highly anticipated movie...adapted by Ben Mezrich from his book The Accidental Billionaires." --The New York TimesBest friends Eduardo Saverin, Mark Zuckerberg, had spent lonely nights searching for each other.

Inherent Vice by Thomas Pynchon

Inherent Vice

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Part noir, part psychedelic, all Thomas Pynchon- Doc Sportello surface, occasionally out of a cannabis haze, to watch the end an era. This lively yarn, Thomas Pynchon

Liberty And Tyranny by Mark R. Levin

Liberty And Tyranny

By:

Mark Levin, syndicated radio host, author and long-time bestselling author of the conservative manifesto, is worth your time.

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help

By:

Aibileen, a black maid from 1962 Jackson, Mississippi is now unable to keep her bitterness in check. Minny, her friend, has never been able to keep her mouth shut. But now she must keep secrets about her employer which leave …

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

New Moon

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Twilight has captivated millions of readers and they are eager to read more. Stephenie Meyer's New Moon is another captivating combination of romance, suspense, and a supernatural twist.

August 27, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 27, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

CID The Dummy

CID The Dummy

Platform: PlayStation 2 PlayStation Portable Wii Microsoft Windows Zeebo

Genre: Action-adventure game Platform game

Publisher: Oxygen Games

Bad Rats: The Rats' Revenge

Bad Rats: The Rats' Revenge

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Strategy First

Scribblenauts

Scribblenauts

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Emergent, puzzle, action

Publisher: JP Konami

Batman: Arkham

Batman: Arkham

Platform: Android; iOS; Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure, stealth

Publisher: Eidos Interactive (2009); Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (2009–present)

Trine

Trine

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Mac OS X, Linux, Wii U

Genre: Platform, puzzle

Publisher: Nobilis

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Who was the US President on August 27, 2009?

On August 27, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 2009?

On August 27, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 27, 2009?

On August 27, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 27th?

August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th 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 27th, such as:

  • 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
  • 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
  • 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for August 2009?

August 2009 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.

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