Sunday May 26, 2002: on this day

May 26, 2002 was the 146th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 26, 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 May 26, 2002, who was born and died on May 26, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Foolish by Ashanti), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. The Wire) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 26, 2002?


May 26, 2002 was a Sunday and it was the 146th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 2002 can also be written as 5/26/2002 in the US and as 26/5/2002 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 26, 2002:

  • A barge collides in eastern oklahoma with the interstate 40 bridge, crossing the arkansas river. it left 14 people dead.
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  • The tugboat collides with a support pier of interstate 40 on the arkansas river near webbers falls, oklahoma, resulting in 14 deaths and 11 others injured.

May 26, 2002: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 26, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Ancona - Empoli : 3 - 2
  • Como - Cittadella : 4 - 3
  • Cosenza - Palermo : 3 - 2
  • Genoa - Cagliari : 3 - 3
  • Messina - Modena : 2 - 0
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May 26, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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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, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on May 26th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 26, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 2002 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 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 May 26, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 08:44 pm and setting at 06:19 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Jun 24, 2002.

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Who was born on May 26, 2002?


Famous people born on May 26, 2002:

  • Eitan Azulay
  • Maxime Estève
  • Bogdan Rejchmen
  • Jan Thielmann

Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena 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 Grier

    Pam 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 Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

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May 26, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 9 months old,

or 261 months and 22 days old,

or 1138 weeks and 2 days old,

or 7968 days old,

if you were born on May 26, 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 May 26, 2002?

There are 68 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, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 26, 2002.

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May 26, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 2002:

  • Mamo Wolde

    Ethiopia -- marathoner (1968 olympics-gold medalist).

  • Marion J. Levy Jr.
  • Michel Jobert
  • Vicente Nebreda

What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

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May 26, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 2002:

  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 2002:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 20th and May 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 26, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 26, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Foolish youtube
  2. - I Need A Girl (Part One)
  3. - What's Luv?
  4. - U Don't Have To Call
  5. - A Thousand Miles

May 26, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 2002 was One Step Closer by S Club Juniors, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 26, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 26, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Step Closer
  2. - Kiss Kiss
  3. - Freak Like Me
  4. - If Tomorrow Never Comes
  5. - Girlfriend

May 26, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 26, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 26, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Foolish youtube
  2. - I Need A Girl (Part One)
  3. - U Don't Have To Call
  4. - halfcrazy
  5. - Addictive

May 26, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2002 was Quitame Ese Hombre by Pilar Montenegro, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 26, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 26, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Quitame Ese Hombre
  2. - Y Tu Te Vas
  3. - Tu Y Yo
  4. - Me Huele A Soledad
  5. - Entra En Mi Vida

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May 26, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

Scooby-Doo

Scooby-Doo

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Raja Gosnell

Starring: Matthew Lillard, Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, Linda Cardellini

Country: United States of America

Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Rob Minkoff

Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki

Country: United States of America

May 26, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 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:

The Wire

The Wire

Release year: 2002

Written by:

Starring: Dominic West, John Doman, Deirdre Lovejoy, Wendell Pierce

Country: United States of America

Is Harry on the Boat?

Is Harry on the Boat?

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Menhaj Huda

The Hard Word

The Hard Word

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Scott Roberts

MI-5

MI-5

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Bharat Nalluri

Verdammt verliebt

Verdammt verliebt

Release year: 2002

May 26, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Sin Killer by Larry McMurtry

Sin Killer

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Larry McMurtry's Sin Killer is the first novel in a four-volume series. It is 1830. The Berrybender family is rich and out of place.

The Right Words At The Right Time by Marlo Thomas

The Right Words At The Right Time

By:

Here are some heartwarming personal revelations from some of the most prominent luminaries of our time.

Master Of The Senate by Robert A. Caro

Master Of The Senate

By:

Continue reading Robert A. Caro's biography of Lyndon B. Johnson. It is the most compelling political biography we have ever seen. Master of the Senate tells Johnson's story through one its most compelling.

American Son by Richard Blow

American Son

By:

An editor who worked with John F. Kennedy, Jr., saw the last, most important years of his life.

If Looks Could Kill by Kate White

If Looks Could Kill

By:

Bailey Weggins is a thirty-year-old, single-again true-crime writer for a top Manhattan women's magazine. She's smart and experienced, with a sixth sense for seeing the truth.

May 26, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 26, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Justice League: Injustice for All

Justice League: Injustice for All

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Action

Publisher: Midway Games, Inc.

Blender Bros.

Blender Bros.

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Platform, Action

Publisher: Infogrames

Beam Breakers

Beam Breakers

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Publisher: JoWooD Entertainment

Battle Realms: Winter of the Wolf

Battle Realms: Winter of the Wolf

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Ubisoft

Cubix Robots for Everyone: Showdown

Cubix Robots for Everyone: Showdown

Platform: Game Boy Advance, Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2

Genre: Action-adventure, Role-playing

Publisher: 3DO

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Who was the US President on May 26, 2002?

On May 26, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2002?

On May 26, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 2002?

On May 26, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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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.

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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 May 2002?

May 2002 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.

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