Wednesday May 08, 2002: on this day
About May 8th, 2002, in brief:
- Historical events: Feyenoord Rotterdam won the UEFA Final Cup, beating Borussia Dortmund 3-2.
- Day of the week: May 8th, 2002 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Enrique Iglesias, Don Rickles
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: Foolish by Ashanti
- #1 UK song: One Step Closer by S Club Juniors
- Popular movie: The Pianist directed by Roman Polanski
More about May 8th, 2002? See below for more news and curiosities on May 8th, 2002.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 08, 2002?
- May 08, 2002: What happened on that day?
- May 08, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 08, 2002: What were the main match results that day?
- May 08, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 08, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 08, 2002?
- How old is someone born on May 08, 2002?
- May 08, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
- May 08, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 08, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
- May 08, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 08, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 08, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 08, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 08, 2002?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 2002?
- Who was the Pope on May 08, 2002?
What day of the week was May 08, 2002?
May 08, 2002 was a Wednesday and it was the 128th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 08, 2002 can also be written as 5/8/2002 in the US and as 8/5/2002 in UK and Europe.
May 08, 2002: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 08, 2002:
- Feyenoord rotterdam won the uefa final cup, beating borussia dortmund 3-2.
- Conflict between israel and palestine: a suicide bomber from the palestinian side injures himself severely near megiddo (southeast of haifa) when the explosives that he was carrying explode prematurely.
May 08, 2002: What were the magazines covers that day?
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May 08, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 08, 2002:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $38.85
- Apple AAPL: opens at $23.20
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $51.27
- General Electric GE: opens at $31.35
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $78.20
Exchange Rates on May 08, 2002:
- 1 USD = 128.72 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.5697 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.6074 CHF
- 1 EUR = 116.5 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6215 GBP
May 08, 2002: What were the main match results that day?
Premier League - UK Soccer
- Liverpool - Blackburn : 4 - 3
- Man United - Arsenal : 0 - 1
Ethniki Katigoria - Football (Greece)
- AEK - PAOK : 6 - 2
- Aris - Olympiakos : 1 - 5
- Egaleo - Akratitos : 2 - 1
- Eth Asteras - Panathinaikos : 1 - 2
- Ionikos - Panahaiki : 0 - 2
May 08, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus 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 08, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Horse personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 08, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 08, 2002 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 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 08, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 04:20 am and setting at 05:20 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 2002 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 2002.
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Your place in the Universe on May 08, 2002
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Who was born on May 08, 2002?
Famous people born on May 08, 2002:
- Sivert Mannsverk
Norwegian professional footballer[44].
Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:
![Enrique Iglesias]()
Enrique IglesiasSpanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.
![Don Rickles]()
Don RicklesDon rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.
![Melissa Gilbert]()
Melissa GilbertMelissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.
![Gary Glitter]()
Gary GlitterGary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).
![Nora Arnezeder]()
Nora ArnezederFrench singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.
![David Attenborough]()
David AttenboroughNaturalist and broadcaster in english.
![Lex Barker]()
Lex BarkerAmerican actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.
![Christina Cole]()
Christina ColeEnglish actress.
![James Mitchum]()
James MitchumRobert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.
![Salome Jens]()
Salome JensMilwaukee actor.
How old is someone born on May 08, 2002?
Someone born on May 08, 2002 is:
22 years and 11 days old,
or 264 months and 11 days old,
or 1149 weeks and 4 days old,
or 8047 days old,
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Use our Age Calculator to know the age of a person given the birthdate.
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 2002?
There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 8th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 2002?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 08, 2002.
May 08, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 08, 2002:
- Zeki Alasya
Prominent Turkish actor and director.
- Juan Miguel Lope Blanch
What famous deaths happened on May 8th?
Famous deaths on May 8th:
![Dirk Bogarde]()
Dirk BogardeHe was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.
![George Peppard]()
George PeppardAmerican actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.
![Barbara Payton]()
Barbara PaytonAmerican actress, onscreen since 1940.
![Jeanne Cooper]()
Jeanne CooperMinneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).
![Dennis Waterman]()
Dennis WatermanEnglish actor and singer (b. 1948).
![Richard Derr]()
Richard DerrActor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.
- Luceil LeSueur
Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.
- Maurice Sendak
Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...
- Celedonio Romero
Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.
- Jing Yong
Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.
May 08, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 08, 2002:
- Parents' Day in South Korea
- Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
- VE Day
- World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
Observances on May 08, 2002:
- Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War
Saints celebrated on May 08, 2002:
- Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
- Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
- Saint Ida of Nivelles
May 08, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 08, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 6th and May 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 08, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ashanti - Foolish
- Fat Joe - What's Luv?
- P. Diddy - I Need A Girl (Part One)
- Usher - U Don't Have To Call
- Puddle Of Mudd - Blurry
May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 2002 was One Step Closer by S Club Juniors, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 08, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- S Club Juniors - One Step Closer
- Holly Valance - Kiss Kiss
- Sugababes - Freak Like Me
- Ronan Keating - If Tomorrow Never Comes
- 'N Sync - Girlfriend
May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 08, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ashanti - Foolish
- Usher - U Don't Have To Call
- P. Diddy Featuring Usher & Loon - I Need A Girl (Part One)
- Busta Rhymes Featuring P. Diddy & Pharrell - Pass The Courvoisier Part II
- Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti - What's Luv?
May 08, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 08, 2002 was Quitame Ese Hombre by Pilar Montenegro, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 08, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 08, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Pilar Montenegro - Quitame Ese Hombre
- Chayanne - Y Tu Te Vas
- Enrique Iglesias - Escapar [Escape]
- Shakira - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
- MDO - Me Huele A Soledad
May 08, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 08, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
May 08, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 08, 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:
May 08, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 08, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Small Wonder
By: Barbara Kingsolver
The beloved author of High Tide Tucson presents a new collection of essays that reflects on one of history's darkest moments. It is a long love song to the world she loves.
Master Of The Senate
By: Robert A. Caro
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.
Sea Glass
By: Anita Shreve
Anita Shreve's novels are acclaimed internationally for their narrative power and emotional immediacy. She tells the story of money, marriage, and difficult times with richness and passion.
A Thousand Country Roads
By: Robert James Waller
The rest of the story is now complete. Epilogue: The final part of a literary work. This man was unusual in a way that almost seemed familiar.
The Summons
By: John Grisham
Ray Atlee is an associate professor of law at University of Virginia. He is 43 years old, single and still dealing with the shocks of a surprise separation. Forrest, his younger brother, redefines the concept of a black sheep in …
May 08, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 08, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Dynomite!
Bikini Karate Babes
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Beatmania IIDX 8th Style
Burnout 2: Point of Impact
Who was the US President on May 08, 2002?
On May 08, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 2002?
On May 08, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 08, 2002?
On May 08, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 8th?
May 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
- 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
- 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.
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.
