Saturday May 12, 2001: on this day

May 12, 2001 was the 132nd day of the year 2001, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 12, 2001 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 12, 2001, who was born and died on May 12, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. All For You by Janet), movies (e.g. Mulholland Dr., directed by David Lynch), TV series (e.g. Dismissed) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 12, 2001?


May 12, 2001 was a Saturday and it was the 132nd day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 2001 can also be written as 5/12/2001 in the US and as 12/5/2001 in UK and Europe.

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May 12, 2001: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 12, 2001:

  • Perry como, a singer, has died at the age of just 89.

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May 12, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 12, 2001:

  • 1 EUR = 1.3574 CAD
  • 1 GBP = 2.2014 CAD

May 12, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • San Antonio Spurs - Dallas Mavericks : 108 - 112

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Bari - Vicenza : 2 - 2
  • Brescia - Bologna : 0 - 0
  • Napoli - Lazio : 2 - 4
  • Reggina - Parma : 2 - 0
  • Roma - Atalanta : 1 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - Mechelen : 1 - 0
  • Antwerp - Aalst : 0 - 0
  • Beveren - Westerlo : 1 - 4
  • Charleroi - St Truiden : 1 - 7
  • Genk - Germinal : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bayern Munich - Kaiserslautern : 2 - 1
  • Bochum - Freiburg : 1 - 3
  • Cottbus - Hamburg : 4 - 2
  • FC Koln - Werder Bremen : 1 - 3
  • Hansa Rostock - Munich 1860 : 0 - 0
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May 12, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th 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 12, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 12, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 12, 2001 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 2001 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 12, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 12:12 am and setting at 10:33 am.

The previous full moon was on May 07, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 2001.

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Who was born on May 12, 2001?


Famous people born on May 12, 2001:

  • John Paul Ruttan
    John Paul Ruttan
  • Rosemary Chukwuma
  • Sandro Cruz
  • Eugeniu Gliga
  • Dorian Hanza
  • Issa Kaboré
  • Max Alves
  • Mamadou Tounkara
  • Aleksandar Vidović
  • Megan Oldham
  • Fátima Arellano

Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:

  • Emilio Estevez
    Emilio Estevez

    Emilio Estevez is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, known for his roles in the Brat Pack films of the 1980s.

  • Rami Malek
    Rami Malek

    Rami malek is an american actor known for his role as elliot alderson in the tv series mr.

  • Ving Rhames
    Ving Rhames

    Ving rhames is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pulp fiction, mission: impossible, and dawn of the dead.

  • Katharine Hepburn
    Katharine Hepburn

    American actress, whose first film appearance was in "a bill of divorcement" (1932) with john barrymore.

  • George Carlin
    George Carlin

    American comedian who started doing tv variety shows and nightclubs in 1966.

  • Gabriel Byrne
    Gabriel Byrne

    Irish actor, film director and producer, film writer, cultural ambassador, and audiobook narrator.

  • Burt Bacharach
    Burt Bacharach

    American composer and pianist of popular music.

  • Jason Biggs
    Jason Biggs

    He was an american actor who first appeared in national commercials at age 5. he was 13 when he won a role on "drexellaeur(tm),s class", a...

  • Malin Akerman
    Malin Akerman

    Swedish-canadian model and actress.

  • Catherine Tate
    Catherine Tate

    English actor, comedian, and writer.

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May 12, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 11 months old,

or 275 months and 7 days old,

or 1196 weeks and 6 days old,

or 8378 days old,

if you were born on May 12, 2001.

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 May 12, 2001?

There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 12, 2001.

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May 12, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 12, 2001:

  • Perry Como

    Perry Como was a renowned American singer known for hits like 'Catch a Falling Star'.

  • Jacques Lowe

    Renowned photojournalist known for his iconic images of John F. Kennedy and his family.

  • Alexei Tupolev

    Russian engineer, designed the tupolev tu-144 (b. 1925).

  • Aleksej Andreevič Tupolev
  • Mel Payton
  • Didi
  • Gianfranco Ferroni
  • John Cliff
  • Corissa Yasen
  • Valdir Pereira "Didí"

What famous deaths happened on May 12th?

Famous deaths on May 12th:

  • Robert Reed
    Robert Reed

    American actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Louis Calhern
    Louis Calhern

    American actor and singer (d. 1956).

  • Cornell Borchers
    Cornell Borchers

    Germany -- actress (big lift floodtide, istanbul, istanbul).

  • Lillian Roth
    Lillian Roth

    Actress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).

  • Elisabeth Bergner
    Elisabeth Bergner

    German actress (b. 1897).

  • Johnye Russell

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Jozeph Pilsudski

    Polish statesman who served as Chief of State and First Marshal of Poland.

  • Nillie Sachs

    German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

  • Solita Solano

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

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May 12, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 12, 2001:

  • Day of Finnishness in Finland; Commemoration day of J. V. Snellman.
  • International Nurses Day
  • Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Thailand - Visakha Bucha. (2006) [1]
  • Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2005: the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar.
  • Blessed Imelda
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Achilleus and Nereus

Observances on May 12, 2001:

  • International Day of Plant Health [FAO]

Saints celebrated on May 12, 2001:

  • Saint Epiphanius
  • Saint Domitilla
  • Saint Modoald
  • Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
  • Saint Joan of Portugal
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May 12, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 12, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 7th and May 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 12, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 2001 was All For You by Janet, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.

May 12, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 12, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - All For You
  2. - Survivor
  3. - Thankyou
  4. - Hanging By A Moment
  5. - Ride Wit Me

May 12, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 2001 was Don't Stop Movin' by S Club 7, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.

May 12, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 12, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Stop Movin'
  2. - It's Raining Men
  3. - Out Of Reach
  4. - Survivor
  5. - Cold As Ice

May 12, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 2001 was Missing You by Case, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.

May 12, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 12, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Missing You
  2. - All For You
  3. - Heard It All Before
  4. - Love
  5. - Get Ur Freak On

May 12, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 12, 2001 was Quiero by Jerry Rivera, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.

May 12, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 12, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Quiero
  2. - Abrazame Muy Fuerte
  3. - Solo Quiero Amarte
  4. - No Te Podias Quedar
  5. - Y Llegaste Tu

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May 12, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 12, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mulholland Dr.

Mulholland Dr.

Release year: 2001

Directed by: David Lynch

Starring: Naomi Watts, Laura Harring, Justin Theroux, Jeanne Bates

Country: United States of America

Tigerland

Tigerland

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr., Tom Guiry

Country: United States of America

The Faculty

The Faculty

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Robert Rodriguez

Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett

Country: United States of America

Human Nature

Human Nature

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Michel Gondry

Starring: Tim Robbins, Patricia Arquette, Rhys Ifans, Ken Magee

Country: United States of America

What Women Want

What Women Want

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nancy Meyers

Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda

Country: United States of America

May 12, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 12, 2001 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dismissed

Dismissed

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Benjamin Arfmann

Trailer Park Boys

Trailer Park Boys

Release year: 2001

Written by:

Starring: John Paul Tremblay, Robb Wells, Mike Smith, John Dunsworth

Country: Canada

Dog Eat Dog

Dog Eat Dog

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Soledad

Soledad

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Eduardo Maytorena

Texas Justice

Texas Justice

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Dick Lowry

May 12, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 12, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Painted House by John Grisham

A Painted House

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Luke Chandler never told a lie or kept secrets until that September 1952. In the seventh year of his life, however, Luke Chandler was forced to openly admit that he had been a migrant worker. Two groups of workers, including …

Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom

Tuesdays With Morrie

By:

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 …

In Harm'S Way by Doug Stanton

In Harm'S Way

By:

The bestselling account of America’s worst naval disaster and the heroics of those who survived it is now available in trade paperback

Seabiscuit: An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand

Seabiscuit: An American Legend

By:

Laura Hillenbrand, author of the runaway phenomenon Unbroken, brilliantly re-creates a universal underdog story in this #1 New York Times bestseller.Seabiscuit was one of the most electrifying and popular attractions in sports history and the single biggest newsmaker in the …

A Common Life by Jan Karon

A Common Life

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The beloved Mitford Series' sixth novel is now available. Jan Karon, the bestselling author of Somebody Safe with Somebody Good Humor and At Home in Mitford, has written this book. Jan Karon will be taking her millions.

May 12, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 12, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Creator: Harry Potter

Lego Creator: Harry Potter

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Construction and management simulation

Publisher: Lego Software

Crescendo

Crescendo

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Eroge, Visual novel

Publisher: Yūto Group G-Collections

Blood Wake

Blood Wake

Platform: Xbox

Genre: Vehicle combat

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

Dig Dug Deeper

Dig Dug Deeper

Platform: PC

Publisher: Infogrames Namco

Fatal Frame

Fatal Frame

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: JP Tecmo; NA Tecmo; EU Wanadoo (PS2), Microsoft Game Studios (Xbox)

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Who was the US President on May 12, 2001?

On May 12, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 2001?

On May 12, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 12, 2001?

On May 12, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 12th?

May 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb, 2002-present: gunmen set fire to a catholic church at mass and killed six people in dablo (burkina faso).
  • 2018 - Unrest in burundi (2015-present), 26 people were killed in cibitoke province. according to the country's security minister, an unknown terrorist group was responsible for the attack on civilians living in their homes.
  • 2017 - Paramore, the grammy-winning band, releases after laughter, their fifth album.

Find out more about May 12th

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What happened in 2001?

2001 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sila Calderon is elected the first female Governor for Puerto Rico
  • J.P. Morgan changes the name of its company to J.P. Morgan Chase.
  • The 107th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Bill Nelson (Democrat-Florida), Tom Carper (Democrat-Delaware), Debbie Stabenow (Democrat-Michigan), John Ensign (Republican-Nevada), George Allen (Republican-Virginia), Maria Cantwell (Democrat-Washington), Ben Nelson (Democrat-Nebraska), Hillary Clinton (Democrat-New York), Jon Corzine (Democrat-New Jersey), Jean Carnahan (Democrat-Missouri), and Mark Dayton (Democrat-Minnesota).

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What was the calendar for May 2001?

May 2001 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.

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