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December 15, 2016 was the 350th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is December 15, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 15, 2016, who was born and died on December 15, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 15, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane), movies (e.g. Hacksaw Ridge, directed by Mel Gibson), TV series (e.g. White Rabbit Project) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 15th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 15, 2016?
- December 15, 2016: What happened on that day?
- December 15, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- December 15, 2016: What were the main match results that day?
- December 15, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 15, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 15, 2016?
- December 15, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 15, 2016: What famous people died on that day?
- December 15, 2016: Number 1 song on that day
- December 15, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 15, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 15, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 15, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 15, 2016?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 15, 2016?
- Who was the Pope on December 15, 2016?
What day of the week was December 15, 2016?
December 15, 2016 was a Thursday and it was the 350th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 15, 2016 can also be written as 12/15/2016 in the US and as 15/12/2016 in UK and Europe.
December 15, 2016: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 15, 2016:
- War in donbass - the european union has extended its main sanctions economic against russia related to ukraine for six months, until mid-2017.
- Barack obama citizenship conspiracy theories: arizona sheriff joe arpaio holds press conference to present findings from two different forensic experts on "9 points forgery". he claims that president obama's long-form birth certificate was forgery and also claimed to have discovered the birth certificate used in the forgery.
- Arizona sheriff joe arpaio hosts a press conference to present findings from two different forensic experts on "9 points forgery" alleging that president obama's long-form birth certificate was forgeried. he also claims to have discovered the birth certificate used in the forgery.
- Charleston church shooting: dylann roof convicted of the racially motivated killing of nine black churchgoers in charleston, south carolina.
- Romanian legislative elections, 2016. the centre-left social democratic party of romania won 45% of both houses of parliament in sunday’s election. with the expected participation of liberal centre-right alliance of liberals and democrats party to the coalition government, the party will have an outright majority of 250 of the 465-seat assembly.
- Nasa successfully launches the cygnss hurricane observation satellite constellation from pegasus rocket.
December 15, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on December 15, 2016:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.10
- Apple AAPL: opens at $115.38
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $62.70
- General Electric GE: opens at $31.49
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $168.01
Exchange Rates on December 15, 2016:
- 1 USD = 0.9596 EUR
- 1 USD = 118.219 JPY
- 1 USD = 0.8049 GBP
- 1 USD = 1.3581 AUD
- 1 USD = 1.3333 CAD
December 15, 2016: What were the main match results that day?
Serie A - Italian Football
- Genoa - Fiorentina : 1 - 0
League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Coventry - Sheffield United : 1 - 2
Liga I - Football (Portugal)
- Porto - Maritimo : 2 - 1
December 15, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 15th is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 15, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 15, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 15th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 15, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 15, 2016 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 15, 2016 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 December 15, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 06:42 pm and setting at 09:23 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jan 12, 2017.
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Who was born on December 15, 2016?
Whose famous birthday is on December 15th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 15th:
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Adam BrodyAmerican actor.
![Stuart Townsend]()
Stuart TownsendMovie actor.
![Charlie Cox]()
Charlie CoxMovie actor.
![Michelle Dockery]()
Michelle DockeryBritish actress.
![Michael Shanks]()
Michael ShanksCanadian actor, screenwriter and director.
![Jeff Chandler]()
Jeff ChandlerAmerican actor and singer (d. 1961).
![Helen Slater]()
Helen SlaterTv actress.
![Geoff Stults]()
Geoff StultsAmerican producer and actor.
![Tim Conway]()
Tim ConwayAmerican comedian and actor.
![Julie Taymor]()
Julie TaymorAmerican filmmaker, and the talented director of "the lion king," the musical theatre.
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December 15, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 7 years 4 months old,
or 88 months and 4 days old,
or 383 weeks and 1 day old,
or 2682 days old,
if you were born on December 15, 2016.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 15, 2016?
There are 240 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 15th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 15, 2016?
You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on December 15, 2016.
December 15, 2016: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 15, 2016:
- Craig Sager
Renowned sports broadcaster known for his colorful suits and sideline reporting.
- Fran Jeffries
- Vittoria Martello
- Osiride Pevarello
- Glauco Gresleri
- Valerij Ivanovič Kremnev
What famous deaths happened on December 15th?
Famous deaths on December 15th:
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Charles LaughtonCharles laughton was a renowned british actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as the hunchback of notre dame and...
![Joan Fontaine]()
Joan FontaineAmerican actress, born in japan to her father who was stationed at tokyo.
![Blake Edwards]()
Blake EdwardsAmerican screenwriter and producer (d. 2010).
![Glenn Miller]()
Glenn MillerAmerican trombonist and leader of big bands, he is best known for his popular swing-era hits "in the mood", and "chattanooga choo choo", as...
![Fats Waller]()
Fats WallerAmerican musician (born 1904).
![Olga Zubarry]()
Olga ZubarryArgentinian actress (d. 2012).
![Jean Paige]()
Jean PaigeActress (captain blood and black beauty).
![Chill Wills]()
Chill WillsSeagoville (texas) -- actor (fronteir circus and rounders).
- Joahan Vermeer
Dutch Golden Age painter famous for his exquisite depictions of domestic life.
- Walt Disney
Walt Disney was an American entrepreneur, animator, writer, voice actor, and film producer who founded the Disney entertainment empire.
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December 15, 2016: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 15, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 12th and December 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 15, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 15, 2016 was Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane, according to the music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.
December 15, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 15, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 12th and December 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane - Black Beatles
- The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk - Starboy
- The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey - Closer
- Ariana Grande Featuring Nicki Minaj - Side To Side
- Bruno Mars - 24K Magic
December 15, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 15, 2016 was Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.
December 15, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 15, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 12th and December 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane - Black Beatles
- The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk - Starboy
- Bruno Mars - 24K Magic
- Zay Hilfigerrr & Zayion McCall - Juju On That Beat (TZ Anthem)
- D.R.A.M. Featuring Lil Yachty - Broccoli
December 15, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 15, 2016 was Chantaje by Shakira Featuring Maluma, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.
December 15, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 15, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 12th and December 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Shakira Featuring Maluma - Chantaje
- Daddy Yankee - Shaky Shaky
- J Balvin Featuring Pharrell Williams, BIA & Sky - Safari
- Carlos Vives & Shakira - La Bicicleta
- Nicky Jam - Hasta El Amanecer
December 15, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 15, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Hacksaw Ridge
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Mel Gibson
Starring: Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Luke Bracey, Teresa Palmer
Country: United States of America
Maggie's Plan
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Rebecca Miller
Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph
Country: United States of America
The Vatican Tapes
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Mark Neveldine
Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou
Country: United States of America
In Dubious Battle
Release year: 2016
Directed by: James Franco
Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff
Country: United States of America
Monster Trucks
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Chris Wedge
Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan
Country: United States of America
December 15, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 15, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
White Rabbit Project
Release year: 2016
Rosario Tijeras
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Emilio Maille
Dead Silent
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Roger Cardinal
Max Steel
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Stewart Hendler
Speechless
Release year: 2016
Directed by: Blu Fox
December 15, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 15, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay
By: J.K. Rowling
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The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds
By: Michael Lewis
"Brilliant. . . . Lewis gives us a remarkable account of two men who were able to face uncertainty and the limits human reason.
The Whistler
By: John Grisham
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * High-stakes adventure through the darkest corners in the Sunshine State from Ken Follett, who has been called "the best thriller writer alive". We expect honesty and wisdom from our judges.
Two by Two
By: Nicholas Sparks
Nicholas Sparks, #1 New York Times Bestseller, returns with an emotionally powerful tale of unconditional love, its challenges and its rewards.
Island of Glass
By: Nora Roberts
This is the final Guardians Trilogy novel by the #1 New York Times bestseller Bay of Sighs, Stars of Fortune and Stars of Fortune. Doyle must confront his tragic past as he hunts for the Star of Ice.
December 15, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 15, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Battlefleet Gothic: Armada
Total War: Warhammer
Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Who was the US President on December 15, 2016?
On December 15, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 15, 2016?
On December 15, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 15, 2016?
On December 15, 2016 the Pope was Francis.
What is special about December 15th?
December 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of December. 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 December 15th, such as:
- 2018 - Kashmir conflict: indian soldiers and counterinsurgency officers exchange gunfire with militants within the southern district pulwama. one soldier was killed and three others were injured. after the battle ended, soldiers opened fire on anti-government protestors gathered in the area. seven civilians were killed and 40 more were injured.
- 2017 - In jerusalem, bethlehem, and at the qalandia border crossing to determine the status of jerusalem, palestinians and israeli soldiers fought. also, clashes are reported in gaza and ramallah, hebron, qalqilya. conflicts in which israeli law enforcement used live bullets and palestinians threw stones resulted in two palestinians being killed in gaza, 150 being wounded, and two others in west bank. a further 10 were also hurt.
- 2016 - War in donbass - the european union has extended its main sanctions economic against russia related to ukraine for six months, until mid-2017.
What happened in 2016?
2016 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
- Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
- A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.
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What was the calendar for December 2016?
December 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
