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June 04, 2008 was the 156th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is June 04, 2008 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on June 04, 2008, who was born and died on June 04, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 04, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lollipop by Lil Wayne), movies (e.g. Iron Man, directed by Jon Favreau), TV series (e.g. Moon Machines) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 4th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was June 04, 2008?
- June 04, 2008: What happened on that day?
- June 04, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- June 04, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on June 04, 2008?
- June 04, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- June 04, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
- June 04, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- June 04, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
- June 04, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- June 04, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- June 04, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- June 04, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on June 04, 2008?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 04, 2008?
- Who was the Pope on June 04, 2008?
What day of the week was June 04, 2008?
June 04, 2008 was a Wednesday and it was the 156th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.
June 04, 2008 can also be written as 6/4/2008 in the US and as 4/6/2008 in UK and Europe.
June 04, 2008: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on June 04, 2008:
- In a 3-2 win over the pittsburgh penguins, the nhl's stanley cup was won by the detroit red wings.
- J.m. smucker company announced it will buy folgers, america's largest coffee company, from procter & gamble company in stock for us$2.95billion.
- Al-qaeda claims responsibility in the bombing of the danish embassy in 2008, claiming it was revenge for jyllands-posten muhammad cartoons controversy.
- Tony rezko is a chicago property developer who was a former fundraiser for barack obama. he has been convicted of 16 counts of corruption.
- The european union's ecurie nuclear emergencies alert system is activated when there is a coolant leak at the krsko nuclear power plant, slovenia. according to slovenian authorities, the situation is under control and there has been no radiation exposure.
- The international olympic committee has released a list of shortlisted 2016 summer olympics bids. it includes chicago, united states, tokyo, japan, madrid, spain, and rio de janeiro (brasil).
- Gediminas kirkilas, the prime minister of lithuania, announces plans for avoiding recession in light of slowing growth in the lithuanian economy.
- Malaysian officials announce a 40% rise in gasoline prices. by midnight, gasoline will be at 2.70 ringgit (us$0.61) per gallon.
- To win the stanley cup finals 2008 4-2, the detroit red wings defeated the pittsburgh penguins 3-2.
- After the monument was returned from italy in 2005, the obelisk of axum is being reassembled in axum.
- Morgan tsvangirai, the leader of movement for democratic change in zimbabwe, is detained by police while he campaigned for the second round for the zimbabwe presidential elections. after eight hours of detention, he is released.
June 04, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on June 04, 2008:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $85.30
- Apple AAPL: opens at $184.00
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.25
- General Electric GE: opens at $30.46
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $127.24
Exchange Rates on June 04, 2008:
- 1 USD = 105.26 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.0168 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.0423 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.9394 CNY
- 1 EUR = 162.37 JPY
June 04, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 4th 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 June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.
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June 04, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 04, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on June 4th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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June 04, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on June 04, 2008 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 04, 2008 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 June 04, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 05:44 am and setting at 10:50 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 20, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Jun 18, 2008.
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Who was born on June 04, 2008?
Whose famous birthday is on June 4th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 4th:
![Angelina Jolie]()
Angelina JolieThe buff heroine of lara croft's videogame character, an american actress who is known for being a bit off-beat in her performances as lara...
![Mackenzie Ziegler]()
Mackenzie ZieglerMackenzie ziegler is a dancer known for her appearances on the reality show dance moms and for her successful career as a singer and...
![Russell Brand]()
Russell BrandAn actor, comedian, author, and radio host from england.
![Noah Wyle]()
Noah WyleAmerican actor.
![John McCormack]()
John McCormackJohn mccormack was an irish tenor renowned for his performances of operatic and popular songs.
![Izabella Scorupco]()
Izabella ScorupcoPolish-swedish singer and actress.
![Ruth Westheimer]()
Ruth WestheimerDr. ruth, a german-american psychosexual therapist, is well-known.
![Scott Wolf]()
Scott WolfAmerican actor.
![Bruce Dern]()
Bruce DernAmerican actor, who has been acting in movies since 1960.
![Mollie King]()
Mollie KingBritish singer (the saturdays).
June 04, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 15 years 10 months old,
or 190 months and 20 days old,
or 829 weeks
or 5803 days old,
if you were born on June 04, 2008.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 04, 2008?
There are 41 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday June 4th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 04, 2008?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 04, 2008.
June 04, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on June 04, 2008:
- Nikos Sergianopoulos
Greek actor (born 1952).
- Nino Porto
- Franz Kaspirek
- Agata Mróz
- José Antonio Ramos
What famous deaths happened on June 4th?
Famous deaths on June 4th:
![Massimo Troisi]()
Massimo TroisiItalian film director and actor, il postino (the postman), won five oscar nominations, including the best picture and he, the nomination for...
![Josephine Hutchinson]()
Josephine HutchinsonAmerican actress (d. 1998).
![Sonny Tufts]()
Sonny TuftsActor (atomic blonde 7 year itch), is killed at 58.
![Sulochana Latkar]()
Sulochana LatkarIndian actress (b. 1928).
![Evelyn Brent]()
Evelyn BrentActress (nitwits.
- Reinhard Heydrich
German nazi ss chief, himmler.
- Giacomo Casanova
Italian adventurer and historian who is often referred to as the greatest of historical lovers.
- Shirley Povich
Renowned sports journalist known for his work in The Washington Post.
- Casanova de Seingalt
Casanova de Seingalt was an Italian adventurer, diplomat, and writer, known for his numerous amorous exploits.
June 04, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on June 04, 2008:
- Feast day of St Francis Caracciolo.
- Feast day of Saint Petrock of Cornwall.
- United States - Pentecost in 2006
- Hong Kong - Tiananmen Square Protest of 1989 memorial day.
- Finland - National flag day of the Finnish Defence Forces (on Mannerheim's birthday).
- Tonga - National Day.
- International Innocent Child Abuse Victim Day.
Observances on June 04, 2008:
- International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression
June 04, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on June 04, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 2nd and June 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
June 04, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on June 04, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week June 2nd and June 8th.
June 04, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on June 04, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 2nd and June 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lil Wayne - Lollipop
- Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
- David Cook - The Time Of My Life
- Rihanna - Take A Bow
- Jordin Sparks - No Air
June 04, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on June 04, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 2nd and June 8th.
June 04, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on June 04, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 2nd and June 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major - Lollipop
- Plies Featuring Ne-Yo - Bust It Baby Part 2
- Keyshia Cole - Heaven Sent
- Chris Brown - Take You Down
- Usher Featuring Young Jeezy - Love In This Club
June 04, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on June 04, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 2nd and June 8th.
June 04, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on June 04, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 2nd and June 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Flex - Te Quiero
- Mana - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
- Enrique Iglesias - Donde Estan Corazon
- Conjunto Primavera - Te Llore
- Dareyes de La Sierra - Hasta El Dia De Hoy
June 04, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on June 04, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Iron Man
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Jon Favreau
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, Jeff Bridges
Country: United States of America
The Great Debaters
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Denzel Washington
Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker
Country: United States of America
Get Smart
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Peter Segal
Starring: Steve Carell, Anne Hathaway, Alan Arkin, Dwayne Johnson
Country: United States of America
Hancock
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Peter Berg
Starring: Will Smith, Charlize Theron, Jason Bateman, Jae Head
Country: United States of America
He's Just Not That Into You
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily
Country: United States of America
June 04, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on June 04, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Moon Machines
Release year: 2008
Starring: Robert Seamans, Wernher von Braun, John F. Kennedy, Frank Borman
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Greensburg
Release year: 2008
Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal
Release year: 2008
Directed by: various
Drive Thru New Zealand
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Greg Browning
Cinemania
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Stephen Kijak
June 04, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on June 04, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Downhill Lie
By: Carl Hiaasen
Carl Hiaasen, best-selling author, wisely gave up golfing in 1973. However, some dreams never die. As the years went by and the memories of hooks and slices faded, it became clear that there was still something more.
The Revolution
By: Ron Paul
This book is now available in paperback. This Much Is True: You've Been Lied to. The government is expanding.
A New Earth
By: Eckhart Tolle
"A wake-up call to the whole planet. . . [A New Earth] helps you to stop creating your own suffering and obsessing about the past or the future, and instead to live in the present.
The Art Of Racing In The Rain
By: Garth Stein
This is a heartbreaking, but ultimately hilarious, story about family, love and loyalty. It's a fascinating look at the absurdities and wonders of human life.
The Last Lecture
By: Randy Pausch, Jeffrey Zaslow
Many professors give talks entitled "The Last Lecture". Professors are asked about their death and what is most important to them.
June 04, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on June 04, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Ai Space
Age of Heroes
Brothers in Arms: Art of War
Bella Sara
Away: Shuffle Dungeon
Who was the US President on June 04, 2008?
On June 04, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 04, 2008?
On June 04, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).
Who was the Pope on June 04, 2008?
On June 04, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about June 4th?
June 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th day of the month of June. 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 June 4th, such as:
- 2019 - Carnival corporation & plc, a british-american cruise operator, was fined $20 million for environmental violations.
- 2018 - Seven people were killed in a suicide bombing attack at a kabul gathering of clerics during the war in afghanistan (2001-present). the religious group had previously issued a fatwa against suicide-bombings.
- 2017 - June 2017 london attack: explosions can be heard near london bridge in the early hours of sunday morning. these explosions are believed to have been controlled police explosions. (metro) the attack left at least seven people dead and 48 others injured. officials claim that the police killed the attackers. (the washington post).
What happened in 2008?
2008 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
- The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
- Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.
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What was the calendar for June 2008?
June 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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.
