Saturday January 01, 2005: on this day

January 01, 2005 was the 1st day of the year 2005, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is January 01, 2005 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 01, 2005, who was born and died on January 01, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 2005, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. The Illusionist, directed by Neil Burger), TV series (e.g. The Book Of Daniel) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 2005?


January 01, 2005 was a Saturday and it was the 1st day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 2005 can also be written as 1/1/2005 in the US and as 1/1/2005 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 2005 in January 2005 calendar

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January 01, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 01, 2005:

  • Israeli troops misfired a tank shell, killing a nine-year-old palestinian girl. her 11-year old sister was also hurt.
  • Palestinian militants misfired a qassam missile and killed a palestinian girl in jabalia
  • Idf soldiers killed 11 palestinians. 9 are said to be militants while 2 were civilians in khan yunis.
  • Three suspected militants from palestine were killed by idf soldiers near rafah's border with egypt. (haaretz). palestinian sources claim that the three men who were killed in the idf's attack on rafah's border with egypt had not been armed.
  • Sources in palestine claim that the three men who were killed by idf near rafah's border with egypt were not armed.
  • Four qassam rockets were fired by palestinian militants at israel's negev, and three at sderot. the damage was minimal but there were no casualties.
  • 2005 was the year that the world rang. some countries observe a moment in silence, with candles and white roses, to remember the victims of the 26 december tsunamis and the 5,000,000 people who have been left homeless. flags are often flown at half-staff in many countries.
  • The turkish currency has been revalued at 1,000,000 "old" liras for 1 new turkish lira.
  • A group of peruvian army reservists from movimiento etnocacerista seizes a police station at andahuaylas in the apurimac region and demands the resignation of president alejandro toledo. a shootout results in four police officers being killed, while another dozen are taken hostage and a state emergency is declared for the area.
  • Luxembourg assumes the presidency of the council of the european union

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January 01, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Derby - Cardiff : 0 - 1
  • Gillingham - Reading : 0 - 0
  • Ipswich - West Ham : 0 - 2
  • Leeds - Crewe : 0 - 2
  • Nott'm Forest - Stoke : 1 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Clyde - Airdrie Utd : 1 - 0
  • Falkirk - Raith Rvs : 2 - 0
  • Queen of Sth - Hamilton : 1 - 2
  • St Mirren - Partick : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Arbroath - Forfar : 0 - 2
  • Ayr - Stranraer : 0 - 1
  • Brechin - Berwick : 4 - 1
  • Morton - Dumbarton : 3 - 0

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Cowdenbeath - East Fife : 1 - 1
  • Montrose - Gretna : 2 - 3
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January 01, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 01, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 2005 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 2005 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 January 01, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 09:27 pm and setting at 11:17 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 26, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Jan 25, 2005.

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Who was born on January 01, 2005?


Famous people born on January 01, 2005:

  • Jinora Tenzin

    A young airbender and the granddaughter of Avatar Aang in the Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra series.

  • Jinora Gyatso

    A young airbender and the granddaughter of Aang in the Avatar universe.

  • Lola Radivojević
  • Merve Tuncel
  • Alzain Tareq
  • Pauline Patz
  • Princesa María Chiara

Whose famous birthday is on January 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 1st:

  • Vidya Balan
    Vidya Balan

    Vidya balan is an indian actress and model known for her versatile roles in bollywood films, particularly for her performances in...

  • Nana Patekar
    Nana Patekar

    Nana patekar is an indian stage and film actor known for his intense performances in both mainstream and art house films.

  • Hiep Thi Le
    Hiep Thi Le

    Vietnamese-American actress known for her role in the film 'Heaven & Earth'.

  • Grandmaster Flash
    Grandmaster Flash

    Grandmaster flash is a pioneering dj and hip-hop artist known for his innovative turntable techniques and influential contributions to the...

  • Anju Mahendru
    Anju Mahendru

    Anju Mahendru is an Indian actress who has appeared in several Bollywood films and television shows.

  • Maurice Béjart
    Maurice Béjart

    French choreographer, dancer, ballet director, and choreographer; his style combines jazz, avant-garde and non-traditional dance forms.

  • Fatima Sana Shaikh
    Fatima Sana Shaikh

    Fatima sana shaikh is an indian actress known for her role as geeta phogat in the film dangal.

  • Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut

    American actor known for his roles in films like 'Boyz n the Hood' and 'The Best Man'.

  • Frank Langella
    Frank Langella

    American actor and legitimate theater producer.

  • Sonali Bendre
    Sonali Bendre

    Indian actress and model.

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January 01, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 19 years 3 months old,

or 231 months and 19 days old,

or 1007 weeks

or 7049 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 2005.

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 January 01, 2005?

There are 257 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 01, 2005.

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January 01, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 2005:

  • Shirley Crisholm

    First African-American woman elected to the United States Congress.

  • Ezeriah Chisholm

    Ezeriah Chisholm was an American politician and civil rights activist who was the first African-American woman elected to the United States...

  • Shalva Apkhaidze

    Renowned Georgian actor known for his contributions to theater and cinema.

  • Tyronza

    Known for her activism during the Civil Rights Movement.

  • Doristine Gipson

    Renowned gospel singer known for her powerful voice and inspirational songs.

  • Relena Feynman

    Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum electrodynamics.

  • Tyyne Tamm

    Renowned Estonian singer known for her contributions to folk music.

  • Reata

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Janaki Amma

    Janaki Amma was a renowned Carnatic vocalist from India.

  • Ransome Kuti

    Nigerian entrepreneur known for his contributions to the music industry.

  • Abrey Burland

    Renowned author known for historical fiction novels.

  • Linnet Muir

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical works.

  • Arfa Sayeda

    Arfa Sayeda was a Pakistani poet known for her contributions to Urdu literature.

  • Serigne Abdoul Ahad Mbacké

    Fourth Caliph General of the Mouride Islamic brotherhood in Senegal.

  • Allah Dino Soomro

    A renowned Sindhi poet from Pakistan who is known for his contributions to Sindhi literature.

  • Nephtali Aronov

    Contributed to the field of functional analysis.

  • Gargi Mitra

    Gargi Mitra was an Indian biologist who specialized in the study of plant genetics.

  • Florena Kendall

    Florena Kendall was an American microbiologist who specialized in the study of bacterial infections.

  • Ludger Tüwi

    A German Catholic theologian and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of theology.

What famous deaths happened on January 1st?

Famous deaths on January 1st:

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Margaret Sullavan
    Margaret Sullavan

    American actress who achieved her greatest fame in the 1943 stage production "voice of the turtle.

  • Donna Douglas
    Donna Douglas

    American actress (b. 1932).

  • Ray Walston
    Ray Walston

    American actor, most famous for his role in the tv sitcom "my favorite martian".

  • Juanita Moore
    Juanita Moore

    Juanita Moore was an American film and television actress, best known for her Academy Award-nominated role in the film Imitation of Life.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

  • Victor Buono
    Victor Buono

    Actor (mr schubert man from atlantis), is killed at 43.

  • June Clayworth
    June Clayworth

    Actress (bodyguard and criminal court), succumbs to lymphoma.

  • Gertrude Michael
    Gertrude Michael

    Actress (caged cleopatra), who dies at 53.

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January 01, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 2005 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Illusionist

The Illusionist

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell

Country: United States of America

Saved!

Saved!

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Brian Dannelly

Starring: Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit

Country: United States of America

A Prairie Home Companion

A Prairie Home Companion

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly

Country: United States of America

Slither

Slither

Release year: 2005

Directed by: James Gunn

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Rooker, Don Thompson

Country: United States of America

Click

Click

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Frank Coraci

Starring: Adam Sandler, Kate Beckinsale, Christopher Walken, David Hasselhoff

Country: United States of America

January 01, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 2005 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 Book of Daniel

The Book of Daniel

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Anna Zielinski

Choo Choo Soul

Choo Choo Soul

Release year: 2005

Deal or No Deal

Deal or No Deal

Release year: 2005

Pitbull

Pitbull

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Ronan O'Donoghue

Wild Country

Wild Country

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Craig Strachan

January 01, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 01, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Altered Beast (2005 video game)

Altered Beast (2005 video game)

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Beat 'em up, action-adventure

Publisher: Sega

Bomberman Land 3

Bomberman Land 3

Platform: PlayStation 2 PlayStation Network

Genre: Action

Publisher: Hudson Soft

DECO Online

DECO Online

Platform: Microsoft Windows Minimum Pentium III 733MHz CPU 256MB RAM 2.0GB Hard Disk Space 64MB Graphics Card Windows 2000 (or greater) DirectX 9.0c Recommended Pentium 4 1.8GHz CPU 512MB RAM 2.5GB Hard Disk Sp

Genre: Fantasy Massively Multiplayer Online Role-playing Game

Publisher: P2P Pte. Ltd. Gameleon Uzoo PlayOn Interactive

Yakuza

Yakuza

Platform: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Wii U, PlayStation 4

Genre: Action-adventure; Beat 'em up; Open world

Publisher: Sega

Democracy

Democracy

Platform: Linux, Windows, Macintosh

Genre: Government simulation

Publisher: Positech Games, Tri-Synergy

history

Who was the US President on January 01, 2005?

On January 01, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 2005?

On January 01, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 2005?

On January 01, 2005 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about January 1st?

January 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of January. 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 January 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan: 27 afghan national security forces members are killed by the taliban in coordinated attacks in northern afghanistan. they refused to negotiate peace with the government.
  • 2018 - Kashmir conflict: after 36 hours, an armed standoff between indian security force and kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: on the european coast of bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (bbc), (ap via abc news australia),

Find out more about January 1st

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What happened in 2005?

2005 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Police kill Jean Charles de Menezes as they begin to hunt for London Bombers who were responsible for the 7/7/2005 London bombings and 21/7/2005 London bombings.
  • Yasser Aramfat is replaced as the head of the Palestine Liberation Organization by elections. Rawhi Fattouh succeeds him.
  • Donald Kagin and Steven Contursi purchased the rare (US) 1787 Brasher Gold Doubloon for US$2,990,000. This is the third highest auction price for a rare coin.

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What was the calendar for January 2005?

January 2005 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.

Discover how January 2005 calendar looked like.

Saturday January 1, 2005