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August 22, 2002 was the 234th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 22, 2002 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 22, 2002, who was born and died on August 22, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Dilemma by Nelly), movies (e.g. Iris, directed by Richard Eyre), TV series (e.g. Still Game) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 2002?
- August 22, 2002: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 22, 2002: What were the main match results that day?
- August 22, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 2002?
- August 22, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 2002?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2002?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 2002?
What day of the week was August 22, 2002?
August 22, 2002 was a Thursday and it was the 234th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 2002 can also be written as 8/22/2002 in the US and as 22/8/2002 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 2002: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 2002:
- Extreme weather: the dongting lake floods yueyang in china, forcing 600,000 people to flee. sunday is the expected crest of flooding from the yangtze river. nearly 1000 people have been killed in floods and landslides in china, 200 of them in hunan province. this monsoon season saw 376 deaths in india and 494 in nepal. there were also 158 deaths at home.
- Canada's prime minister jean chretien announces that he will resign in february 2004.
August 22, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 22, 2002:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $36.44
- Apple AAPL: opens at $16.20
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $52.85
- General Electric GE: opens at $32.40
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $80.95
Exchange Rates on August 22, 2002:
- 1 USD = 119.81 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.5592 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.5177 CHF
- 1 EUR = 116.28 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6375 GBP
August 22, 2002: What were the main match results that day?
Liga I - Football (Portugal)
- Setubal - Boavista : 1 - 1
August 22, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 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 22, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 2002 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 2002 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 22, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 08:05 pm and setting at 06:37 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Sep 21, 2002.
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Who was born on August 22, 2002?
Famous people born on August 22, 2002:
- Bresha Meadows
Bresha Meadows is an American athlete known for her achievements in track and field.
- Andrei Bani
- Talitha Diggs
- Tyler Forbes
- Emily Whelan
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
![Dua Lipa]()
Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 21 years 7 months old,
or 259 months and 29 days old,
or 1130 weeks and 2 days old,
or 7912 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 2002.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 August 22, 2002?
There are 124 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 2002?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 22, 2002.
August 22, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 2002:
- Mikayıl Abdullayev
- Zygmunt Koralewski
- Richard Lippold
- Manuel Lora-Tamayo
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
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August 22, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 2002:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 2002:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 19th and August 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Nelly - Dilemma
- Nelly - Hot In Herre
- Avril Lavigne - Complicated
- Mario - Just A Friend
- P. Diddy - I Need A Girl (Part Two)
August 22, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 2002 was Colourblind by Darius, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Darius - Colourblind
- Gareth Gates - Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake)
- S Club Juniors - Automatic High
- Shakira - Underneath Your Clothes
- Sugababes - Round Round
August 22, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland - Dilemma
- Nelly - Hot In Herre
- N.O.R.E. - Nothin'
- Mario - Just A Friend 2002
- P. Diddy & Ginuwine Featuring Loon, Mario Winans & Tammy Ruggeri - I Need A Girl (Part Two)
August 22, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 2002 was El Dolor De Tu Presencia by Jennifer Pena, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 22, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jennifer Pena - El Dolor De Tu Presencia
- Juanes - A Dios Le Pido
- Enrique Iglesias - Mentiroso
- Chayanne - Y Tu Te Vas
- Sin Bandera - Entra En Mi Vida
August 22, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Iris
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Richard Eyre
Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville
Country: United States of America
Kate & Leopold
Release year: 2002
Directed by: James Mangold
Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer
Country: United States of America
Stuart Little 2
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Rob Minkoff
Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki
Country: United States of America
The Hours
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Stephen Daldry
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep, Claire Danes, Ed Harris, Jeff Daniels, Eileen Atkins, Allison Janney, Toni Collette, John C. Reilly, Stephen Dillane
Country: United States of America
Frida
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Julie Taymor
Starring: Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Diego Luna, Valeria Golino, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Saffron Burrows, Geoffrey Rush, Roger Rees
Country: United States of America
August 22, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Still Game
Release year: 2002
Starring: Ford Kiernan, Greg Hemphill, Paul Riley, Mark Cox
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Cavegirl
Release year: 2002
Directed by: David Oliver
Dick and Dom in da Bungalow
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Simon Hepworth
Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Hidehito Ueda
CNNNN: Chaser Non-Stop News Network
Release year: 2002
Starring: Craig Reucassel, Chris Taylor, Julian Morrow, Dominic Knight
Country: Australia
August 22, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Mercy
By: Julie Garwood
The #1 New York Times bestseller Heartbreaker is now available as a riveting novel of passion, obsession and love featuring Theo Buchanan, an attorney. He is dedicated to his crime-fighting career.
Stupid White Men
By: Michael Moore
With more than 3 million copies sold, Michael Moore, Oscar-winning filmmaker as well as political activist, has written a bestseller called "Stupid White Men". It tells everything you need about the great and how they got there.
Charleston
By: John Jakes
On Secret Service is the story of an aristocratic family who lived through turbulent times from the antebellum to the Civil War. They kept dark secrets and guarded their power and privilege with jealousy.
Good To Great
By: Jim Collins
The Challenge:Built To Last, the most important management study of the nineties showed how great companies can triumph over time and how long term sustained performance can be incorporated into a company's DNA.
Summer Pleasures
By: Nora Roberts
Second Nature. Lee Radcliffe wanted an exclusive interview with Hunter Brown, the notoriously private horror writer. Hunter agreed to an interview with Lee on condition that it be conducted on a camping trip.
August 22, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Auto Modellista
Breath of Fire: Dragon Quarter
Circus Maximus: Chariot Wars
Disney Golf
Disney Sports Soccer
Who was the US President on August 22, 2002?
On August 22, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2002?
On August 22, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 2002?
On August 22, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
What happened in 2002?
2002 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
- Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
- Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.
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What was the calendar for August 2002?
August 2002 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.
