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Tuesday October 23, 2001: on this day
October 23, 2001 was the 296th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is October 23, 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 October 23, 2001, who was born and died on October 23, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'm Real by Jennifer Lopez), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Sitting Ducks) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 23, 2001?
- October 23, 2001: What happened on that day?
- October 23, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- October 23, 2001: What were the main match results that day?
- October 23, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 23, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 23, 2001?
- October 23, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 23, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
- October 23, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 23, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
- October 23, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 23, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 23, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 23, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 23, 2001?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2001?
- Who was the Pope on October 23, 2001?
What day of the week was October 23, 2001?
October 23, 2001 was a Tuesday and it was the 296th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 23, 2001 can also be written as 10/23/2001 in the US and as 23/10/2001 in UK and Europe.
October 23, 2001: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 23, 2001:
- Apple computer unveils the ipod portable music player. it has a 5 gb hard drive and firewire ports. the price is us$399.
- Apple launches the ipod.
- Apple introduces the ipod for the first time.
- Apple computer releases the ipod.
October 23, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on October 23, 2001:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $40.68
- Apple AAPL: opens at $19.12
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $60.47
- General Electric GE: opens at $38.00
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $105.75
Exchange Rates on October 23, 2001:
- 1 USD = 122.7 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.571 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.6605 CHF
- 1 EUR = 109.24 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6242 GBP
October 23, 2001: What were the main match results that day?
Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Birmingham - Gillingham : 2 - 1
- Burnley - Crystal Palace : 1 - 0
- Man City - Grimsby : 4 - 0
- Millwall - Bradford : 3 - 1
- Norwich - Portsmouth : 0 - 0
Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Brentford - Bury : 5 - 1
- Bristol City - Bournemouth : 1 - 0
- Chesterfield - Stoke : 1 - 2
- Colchester - Wycombe : 2 - 2
- Northampton - Huddersfield : 0 - 3
Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Exeter - Bristol Rvs : 1 - 0
- Halifax - Luton : 2 - 4
- Hull - Leyton Orient : 1 - 1
- Kidderminster - York : 4 - 1
- Macclesfield - Hartlepool : 0 - 1
October 23, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 23, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 23, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 23, 2001 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 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 October 23, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 02:09 pm and setting at 11:37 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 02, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Nov 01, 2001.
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Who was born on October 23, 2001?
Famous people born on October 23, 2001:
- David Schumacher
- Mina Sundwall
Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:
![Emilia Clarke]()
Emilia ClarkeEmilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.
![Ryan Reynolds]()
Ryan ReynoldsCanadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.
![Johnny Carson]()
Johnny CarsonAmerican television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.
![Nancy Grace]()
Nancy GraceNancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...
![Amandla Stenberg]()
Amandla StenbergAmandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.
![Michael Crichton]()
Michael CrichtonAmerican author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.
![Dwight Yoakam]()
Dwight YoakamAmerican country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.
![Diana Dors]()
Diana DorsBritish actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.
![Sam Raimi]()
Sam RaimiAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor directors.
![Jennie Lee]()
Jennie LeeAmerican exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.
October 23, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 22 years 6 months old,
or 270 months
or 1174 weeks
or 8218 days old,
if you were born on October 23, 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 October 23, 2001?
There are 183 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 2001?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 23, 2001.
October 23, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 23, 2001:
![Linden Travers]()
Linden TraversBritish actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Daniel Wildenstein
French art tycoon and third in a family of art dealers.
- Josh Kirby
English illustrator and painter (d. 2001).
- Ronald William Kirby
British artist (born 1928).
- Ken Aston
What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?
Famous deaths on October 23rd:
![Lino Ventura]()
Lino VenturaActor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.
![Oskar Werner]()
Oskar WernerA renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.
![Lou Jacobi]()
Lou JacobiToronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).
![Susan Peters]()
Susan PetersSpokane, washington -- actress.
![Robert Lansing]()
Robert LansingActor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.
- Khrystian Dior
Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.
- Théophile Gautier
A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.
- Jessica Savitch
Jessica Savitch was an American television news reporter and anchor who worked for NBC News.
- Paullette Bourgeois
Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.
- Mayling Soong
Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.
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October 23, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 23, 2001:
- Chemistry: Mole Day
- Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
- Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
- Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
- French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
October 23, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 23, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 22nd and October 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 23, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 2001 was I'm Real by Jennifer Lopez, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jennifer Lopez - I'm Real
- Alicia Keys - Fallin'
- Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
- Ginuwine - Differences
- Jagged Edge - Where The Party At
October 23, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 2001 was Can't Get You Out Of My Head by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kylie Minogue - Can't Get You Out Of My Head
- DJ Otzi - Hey Baby
- City High - What Would You Do
- Steps - Chain Reaction / One For Sorrow
- Afroman - Because I Got High
October 23, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 2001 was Differences by Ginuwine, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ginuwine - Differences
- Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
- Aaliyah - Rock The Boat
- Ja Rule Featuring Case - Livin' It Up
- Usher - U Got It Bad
October 23, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 2001 was Suerte [Whenever, Wherever] by Shakira, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.
October 23, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 23, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Shakira - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
- Enrique Iglesias - Heroe
- Alejandro Fernandez - Tantita Pena
- Palomo - No Me Conoces Aun
- Marco Antonio Solis - O Me Voy O Te Vas
October 23, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 23, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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 One
Release year: 2001
Directed by: James Wong
Starring: Jet Li, Carla Gugino, Delroy Lindo, Jason Statham
Country: United States of America
Delivering Milo
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Castle
Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott
Country: United States of America
October 23, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 23, 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:
Sitting Ducks
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Henry Jaglom
Being Eve
Release year: 2001
Manhunt
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Greg Barker
All About Us
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Christine Swanson
Cruel Summer
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Phillip Escott
October 23, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 23, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Christmas Box Miracle
By: Richard Paul Evans
Richard Paul Evans, a young unknown writer, published a short book titled The Christmas Box in 1994. This book became an international bestseller and was sold more than seven millions times.
A Bend in the Road
By: Nicholas Sparks
Miles Ryan's marriage ended two years ago when his wife was hit-and-run and died. He is deputy sheriff in New Bern, North Carolina. He grieves for his wife and worries about their son Jonah, but also longs to bring the …
Islam
By: Karen Armstrong
Islam is the most misunderstood and feared religion in modern times. It is a dangerous faith that encourages terror, authoritarian government and female oppression.
Cane River
By: Lalita Tademy
The New York Times Bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club Pick-the remarkable and deeply moving story of four generations African-American women who journey from slavery to freedom on a Louisiana Creole plantation.
An Open Heart
By: Nicholas Vreeland
All spiritual traditions emphasize compassion-sympathy and empathy for others' suffering, as well as the desire to help them. But how can one become compassionate?
October 23, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 23, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Castrol Honda VTR
Capcom vs. SNK 2
4x4 EVO 2
Auxiliary Power's Demolition Derby and Figure 8 Race
Advance Wars
Who was the US President on October 23, 2001?
On October 23, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2001?
On October 23, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 23, 2001?
On October 23, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 23rd?
October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
- 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
- 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.
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 October 2001?
October 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
