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US date format: 1/8/1999, UK date format: 8/1/1999
The day of the week was Friday, under the astrological sign of Capricorn (see Chinese Zodiac and Moon Sign on January 8, 1999).
Famous birthdays on this day include Dino Radončić and Kamil Grabara.
The number one song in US was I'm Your Angel by R. Kelly. Heartbeat / Tragedy by Steps was #1 song in the UK.
Last Chance, directed by Bryan Cranston, was one of the most viewed movie released in 1999 while Inner Harbor by Nora Roberts was one of the best selling book.
On TV people were watching The Sopranos. If you liked videogames you were probably playing D2 or Abomination: The Nemesis Project.
The US president was Bill Clinton (Democrat), the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour), Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
But much more happened that day: find out below.
Events | Famous Birthdays | Zodiac | Calendar and Day of Week | Movies | TV Series | Music charts | Magazine covers | Books | Videogames
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January 08, 1999 Events
What happened on January 08, 1999?
Historical Events
- 3.4 million copies of the film The Rescuers are recalled after a photo of a topless woman was discovered in two of the 110,000 frames of the movie.
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January 08, 1999 Famous Birthdays
Who was born on January 08, 1999?
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American pop singer, one of the most famous entertainers in history whose notoriety became worldwide. With a carnal sneer and a Memphis bop-suit, he swiveled across the stage on hot-wired legs. He had 107 top-40 hits (more than twice the total of the Beatles) and 41 gold LPs, the most successful recording artist ever. Presley's persona touched billions of fans, …
![Elvis Presley]()
American pop singer, one of the most famous entertainers in history whose notoriety became worldwide. With a carnal sneer and a Memphis bop-suit, he swiveled across the stage on hot-wired legs. He had 107 top-40 hits (more than twice the total of the Beatles) and 41 gold LPs, the most successful recording artist ever. Presley's persona touched billions of fans, …
![David Bowie]()
British rock star and actor with an exotic image, producing shows that staged flash and glitter with weird, sensational effects. Charismatic, intriguing and seductive, his control of a show and audience is awesome and total.
![Stephen Hawking]()
British theoretical physicist who was a Professor at the University of Oxford. He studied at Oxford, then spent his career in Cambridge, holding a chair there from 1977. His work has been concerned with cosmology in a variety of aspects, dealing with black holes, singularities, and the "big bang" theory of the origin of the universe. His popular writing is …
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January 08, 1999 Zodiac
Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign
Capricorn
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
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
January 08, 1999 Day of the Week and Calendar
What day of the week was January 08, 1999?
The day of the week was Friday.
January 8th marks the 7th day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 1999.
There are 357 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Last Chance
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Bryan Cranston
Starring: Tim Thomerson, Robin Dearden, Bryan Cranston, Amy Hathaway
At First Sight
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Irwin Winkler
Starring: Val Kilmer, Mira Sorvino, Kelly McGillis, Steven Weber
Virus
Release year: 1999
Directed by: John Bruno
Starring: Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Sutherland, William Baldwin, Joanna Pacula
Suits
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Eric Weber
Starring: Robert Klein, Tony Hendra, Larry Pine, Paul Lazar
Rewind
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Sergio Gobbi
Starring: Raoul Bova, Luca Zingaretti, Alice Evans, Maruschka Detmers, Antonio Marsina, Niels Arestrup, Candice Hugo, Marie Laborit, Cécile Pallas, Jay Benedict, André Oumansky, Philippe Dajoux
Country: Italy
Music charts
What was the number one song on January 08, 1999? Which were the top hits on January 08, 1999?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
- R. Kelly - I'm Your Angel
- Deborah Cox - Nobody's Supposed To Be Here
- Brandy - Have You Ever?
- Britney Spears - ..Baby One More Time
- Divine - Lately
Top #5 songs in the UK
- Steps - Heartbeat / Tragedy
- Chef - Chocolate Salty Balls (PS I Love You)
- The Spice Girls - Goodbye
- Bryan Adams featuring Melanie C - When You're Gone
- Cher - Believe
Top #5 R&B songs
- Deborah Cox - Nobody's Supposed To Be Here
- Brandy - Have You Ever?
- Faith Evans - Love Like This
- Total Featuring Missy Elliott - Trippin'
- R. Kelly & Celine Dion - I'm Your Angel
Top #5 Latin songs
- Chayanne - Dejaria Todo
- Tiranos del Norte - Crei
- Juan Luis Guerra 440 - Mi PC
- Victor Manuelle & Elvis Crespo - El Cuerpo Me Pide
- Limite - La Otra Parte Del Amor
Sport Games on January 08, 1999
Division 1
Football (United Kingdom)- Tranmere - Wolves : 1 - 2
TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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The Sopranos
Release year: 1999
Written by: David Chase
Starring: James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli
Country: United States of America
The League of Gentlemen
Release year: 1999
Starring: Mark Gatiss, Steve Pemberton, Reece Shearsmith, Jeremy Dyson
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Life of Birds
Release year: 1998
Starring: David Attenborough
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Brimstone
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Martin Koolhoven
Grafters
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Nicholas J. DeMicco
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in January 1999?
- LIFE: Year In Pictures
- Time: Pres. Bill Clinton & Special Prosecutor Kenneth Starr as 'Men of the Year.'
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.11231
- EW: Entertainment Weekly: no.466
- Wired: Wired - January, 1999
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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Inner Harbor
By: Nora Roberts
The third novel in Nora Roberts' amazing Chesapeake Bay Saga is the #1 New York Times bestseller. Here, the Quinn brothers must return home to Maryland to fulfill their father's last request...Phillip
Memoirs of a Geisha
By: Arthur Golden
This is the story of a literary sensation and a runaway bestseller.
Hannibal
By: Thomas Harris
You remember Hannibal Lecter: gentleman, genius, cannibal. Since Dr. Lecter was released from prison, seven years have passed. He's been free since Dr. Lecter escaped from custody seven years ago.
Welcome To The World
By: Fannie Flagg
Baby Girl, welcome to the World! Fannie Flagg's new novel, "Baby Girl," is funny, serious and compelling. She is also the author of Fried Green Tomatoes at Whistle Stop Cafe, which was a prize-winning novel.
Tuesdays With Morrie
By: Mitch Albom
Perhaps it was a grandparent or teacher or a friend. For those who are older and more patient, wiser, and can help you navigate the world, they will be able to give you sound advice and help you find your …
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
D2
Abomination: The Nemesis Project
Aliens versus Predator
Beetle Adventure Racing
Arcade Party Pak
Financial News
Stock Markets and Exchange Rates
Stock Markets
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $74.25
- Apple AAPL: opens at $46.56
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $152.19
- General Electric GE: opens at $102.87
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $191.00
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on January 08, 1999?
On January 08, 1999 the day of the week was Friday.
What zodiac sign is January 08, 1999?
On January 08, 1999 the zodiac sign was Capricorn.
Who was the US President on January 08, 1999?
On January 08, 1999 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 08, 1999?
On January 08, 1999 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on January 08, 1999?
On January 08, 1999 Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on January 08, 1999?
On January 08, 1999 several famous people were born including, Dino Radončić, Kamil Grabara.
What was the number one song in January 08, 1999?
The number one song in the week of January 08, 1999 was I'm Your Angel by R. Kelly in US and Heartbeat / Tragedy by Steps in UK.
What were the top hits on January 08, 1999?
The top hits on January 08, 1999 were I'm Your Angel by R. Kelly, Nobody's Supposed To Be Here by Deborah Cox, Have You Ever? by Brandy in US and Heartbeat / Tragedy by Steps, Chocolate Salty Balls (PS I Love You) by Chef, Goodbye by The Spice Girls in UK.
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