Wednesday January 01, 2020: on this day

January 01, 2020 was the 1st day of the year 2020, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is January 01, 2020 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, 2020, who was born and died on January 01, 2020, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 01, 2020, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Onward, directed by Dan Scanlon), TV series (e.g. The Outsider) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 1st, 2020 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 01, 2020?


January 01, 2020 was a Wednesday and it was the 1st day of the year 2020 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 2020 can also be written as 1/1/2020 in the US and as 1/1/2020 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 2020 in January 2020 calendar

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January 01, 2020: 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, 2020: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 2020 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on January 1st, 2020 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 01, 2020: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 01, 2020 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 2020 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, 2020 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:24 am and setting at 11:02 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 2019 while the next full moon would come on Jan 10, 2020.

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Who was born on January 01, 2020?


Famous people born on January 01, 2020:

  • Lun Yu

    Ancient Chinese philosopher known for his ethical teachings.

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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, 2020: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 4 years 3 months old,

or 51 months and 25 days old,

or 225 weeks and 2 days old,

or 1577 days old,

if you were born on January 01, 2020.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 2020?

There are 250 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, 2020?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on January 01, 2020.

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January 01, 2020: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 01, 2020:

  • Morgon

    Renowned philosopher known for his groundbreaking theories on ethics.

  • Beatrice Mintz

    Beatrice Mintz was a pioneering developmental biologist who made significant contributions to the field.

  • Ante Babaja

    Ante Babaja was a renowned Croatian film director known for his poetic and visually striking films.

  • Lexii Alijai

    Lexii Alijai was an American rapper who gained recognition for her freestyle videos on YouTube.

  • Antonieta Rivas Lara

    A Mexican politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies and was known for her advocacy of women's rights and social justice.

  • Herndon Wilkins

    Herndon Wilkins was an American journalist and author who worked for various publications, including the Wall Street Journal and the New...

  • Auda Khalil

    Auda Khalil was a Sudanese poet known for his lyrical and introspective works that explored themes of identity and social justice.

  • Auda Ismail

    Auda Ismail was a Sudanese diplomat who served as the Permanent Representative of Sudan to the United Nations from 1990 to 2000.

  • Khalil Taha

    Khalil Taha was a Palestinian poet and academic who was known for his lyrical and politically-charged poetry.

  • Alija Hafizović

    Alija Hafizović was a Bosnian poet and writer.

  • Cleofas Adaza

    Cleofas Adaza was a Filipino politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines.

  • Thekla Reuter

    Thekla Reuter was a German biologist who specialized in the study of plant genetics and made important discoveries in the field of plant...

  • Calel Kahana

    Calel Kahana was an Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset.

  • Valmore Savard

    Valmore Savard was a Canadian politician who served as a member of the National Assembly of Quebec from 1976 to 1994.

  • Noelie Roux

    Noelie Roux was a French writer known for her novels and short stories.

  • Armias Harutyunyan

    Armias Harutyunyan was an Armenian historian who specialized in the history of the Armenian Genocide.

  • Ercilia Lara

    Ercilia Lara was a Peruvian novelist known for her novels exploring themes of family, identity, and social change.

  • Margrete Solberg

    Margrete Solberg was a Norwegian chemist who made contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen

    German entrepreneur known for his contributions to the aviation industry.

  • David Stern

    American lawyer and businessman, 4th commissioner of the nba (d. 2020).

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, 2020: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


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January 01, 2020: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 01, 2020 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Onward

Onward

Release year: 2020

Directed by: Dan Scanlon

Starring: Chris Pratt, Tom Holland, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Octavia Spencer

Country: United States of America

Dolittle

Dolittle

Release year: 2020

Directed by: Stephen Gaghan

Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Jim Broadbent, Jessie Buckley, Emma Thompson, Rami Malek, John Cena, Kumail Nanjiani, Octavia Spencer, Ralph Fiennes, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

The Grudge

The Grudge

Release year: 2020

Directed by: Nicolas Pesce

Starring: Andrea Riseborough, Lin Shaye, Betty Gilpin, Demian Bichir, John Cho, William Sadler, Jacki Weaver

Country: United States of America

The Hunt

The Hunt

Release year: 2020

Directed by: Craig Zobel

Starring: Betty Gilpin, Hilary Swank, Ike Barinholtz, Ethan Suplee, Emma Roberts

Country: United States of America

Disturbing the Peace

Disturbing the Peace

Release year: 2020

Directed by: York Alec Shackleton

Starring: Guy Pearce, Devon Sawa, Barbie Blank, Michael Bellisario

January 01, 2020: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 01, 2020 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 Outsider

The Outsider

Release year: 2020

Directed by: Brian A. Miller

Daybreak

Daybreak

Release year: 2019

Directed by: Stephen Tolkin

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Helvetica

Release year: 2019

Directed by: Gary Hustwit

Reprisal

Reprisal

Release year: 2019

Directed by: Brian A Miller

Truth Be Told

Truth Be Told

Release year: 2019

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Who was the US President on January 01, 2020?

On January 01, 2020 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 01, 2020?

On January 01, 2020 the UK Prime Minister was Boris Johnson (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 01, 2020?

On January 01, 2020 the Pope was Francis.

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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),

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What happened in 2020?

2020 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Iranian General Qasem Soleimani is killed by an American airstrike near Baghdad International Airport, igniting global concerns of a potential armed conflict.
  • Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 crashes immediately after takeoff at Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport; all 176 on board are killed. The plane was shot down by an Iranian anti-aircraft missile.
  • Taal Volcano in the Philippines erupts, and kills 39 people.

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What was the calendar for January 2020?

January 2020 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 2020 calendar looked like.