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August 17, 2004 was the 230th day of the year 2004, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 17, 2004 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 17, 2004, who was born and died on August 17, 2004, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 2004, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lean Back by Terror Squad), movies (e.g. Mysterious Skin, directed by Gregg Araki), TV series (e.g. Epitafios) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 2004 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 17, 2004?
- August 17, 2004: What happened on that day?
- August 17, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 17, 2004: What were the main match results that day?
- August 17, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 17, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 17, 2004?
- August 17, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 17, 2004: What famous people died on that day?
- August 17, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 17, 2004: Number 1 song on that day
- August 17, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 17, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 17, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 17, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 17, 2004?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2004?
- Who was the Pope on August 17, 2004?
What day of the week was August 17, 2004?
August 17, 2004 was a Tuesday and it was the 230th day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 17, 2004 can also be written as 8/17/2004 in the US and as 17/8/2004 in UK and Europe.
August 17, 2004: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 17, 2004:
- The serbian national assembly unanimously adopted new state symbols: boze pravde is now the national anthem, and the entire country has the coat of arms.
- The national assembly of serbia unanimously adopts new state symbols for serbia: bože pravde becomes the new anthem and the coat of arms is adopted for the whole country.
August 17, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 17, 2004:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $44.77
- Apple AAPL: opens at $30.60
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.22
- General Electric GE: opens at $32.31
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $84.10
Exchange Rates on August 17, 2004:
- 1 USD = 109.98 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.3063 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2436 CHF
- 1 EUR = 135.57 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6754 GBP
August 17, 2004: What were the main match results that day?
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Brest - Niort : 1 - 0
- Chateauroux - Nancy : 0 - 0
- Dijon - Angers : 1 - 0
- Grenoble - Amiens : 1 - 1
- Gueugnon - Creteil : 1 - 0
August 17, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 17, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 17th, 2004 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 17, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 17, 2004 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 2004 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 August 17, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 07:30 am and setting at 09:21 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 2004.
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Who was born on August 17, 2004?
Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:
![Robert De Niro]()
Robert De NiroAmerican actor, director, and businessman.
![Sean Penn]()
Sean PennAmerican actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).
![Donnie Wahlberg]()
Donnie WahlbergAmerican musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.
![Belinda Carlisle]()
Belinda CarlisleAmerican musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...
![Yû Aoi]()
Yû AoiYû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.
![Austin Butler]()
Austin ButlerAustin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.
![Maureen O'Hara]()
Maureen O'HaraAn irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.
![Brady Corbet]()
Brady CorbetBrady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.
![Helen McCrory]()
Helen McCroryBritish actress (b. 1968).
![Julian Fellowes]()
Julian FellowesEnglish actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.
August 17, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 19 years 8 months old,
or 236 months and 6 days old,
or 1027 weeks
or 7189 days old,
if you were born on August 17, 2004.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 August 17, 2004?
There are 116 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 2004?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 17, 2004.
August 17, 2004: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 17, 2004:
- Loyed Aiken
Loyed Aiken was a British novelist and short story writer, best known for his novels set in the English countryside.
- Thea Astley
Australian novelist known for her exploration of Australian society and culture.
- Gerard Souzay
French baritone (born 1918).
- Giorgia O'Brien
- Mario De Micheli
- Aziz Esel Bülent
- Shizuo Kakutani
- Armando Dely Valdés
- Marosa di Giorgio
- Frank Cotroni
What famous deaths happened on August 17th?
Famous deaths on August 17th:
![Billy Murray]()
Billy MurraySinger (denver nightengale), dies at 77.
![Pearl Bailey]()
Pearl BaileyAmerican entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.
![Vivian Vance]()
Vivian VanceBeloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.
![Yvonne Craig]()
Yvonne CraigYvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.
![Richard Barthelmess]()
Richard BarthelmessActor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.
- Pandit Jasraj
Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
- Draydon Carter
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
- Odai Barakat
Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Liviya Gershwin
Liviya Gershwin was an American composer and lyricist who collaborated with her brother, George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.
- Ardenia Hall
Known for her work in the civil rights movement.
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August 17, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 17, 2004:
- Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
- Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
August 17, 2004: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 17, 2004 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 16th and August 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 17, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 17, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Terror Squad - Lean Back
- Juvenile - Slow Motion
- Lil' Flip - Sunshine
- Kevin Lyttle - Turn Me On
- Christina Milian - Dip It Low
August 17, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 2004 was Thunderbirds / 3AM by Busted, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 17, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Busted - Thunderbirds / 3AM
- The Streets - Dry Your Eyes
- 3 Of A Kind - Baby Cakes
- The Shapeshifters - Lola's Theme
- Natasha Bedingfield - These Words
August 17, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 17, 2004 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Terror Squad - Lean Back
- Kanye West - Jesus Walks
- Lil' Flip Featuring Lea - Sunshine
- Alicia Keys Featuring Tony! Toni! Tone! - Diary
- Juvenile Featuring Soulja Slim - Slow Motion
August 17, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 17, 2004 was Que De Raro Tiene by Los Temerarios, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 17, 2004 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Los Temerarios - Que De Raro Tiene
- Alicia Villarreal - Soy Tu Mujer
- Carlos Vives - Como Tu
- Paulina Rubio - Algo Tienes
- Aleks Syntek With Ana Torroja - Duele El Amor
August 17, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 17, 2004 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Mysterious Skin
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Gregg Araki
Starring: Brady Corbet, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elisabeth Shue, Chase Ellison
Country: United States of America
Shattered Glass
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Billy Ray
Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard
Country: United States of America
Kinsey
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Bill Condon
Starring: Liam Neeson, Laura Linney, Chris O'Donnell, Peter Sarsgaard
Country: United States of America
Runaway Jury
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Gary Fleder
Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman
Country: United States of America
The Interpreter
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Sydney Pollack
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Sean Penn, Catherine Keener, Jesper Christensen
Country: United States of America
August 17, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 17, 2004 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Epitafios
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Jorge Nisco
Beauty School
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Amy Nicholson
Entourage
Release year: 2004
Written by: Doug Ellin
Directed by: David Frankel
Starring: Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara
Country: United States of America
Salem's Lot
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Tobe Hooper
August 17, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 17, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Skinny Dip
By: Carl Hiaasen
Chaz Perrone, a marine biologist, can't distinguish a sea horse and a sawhorse. He should have known better when he threw his lovely wife Joey off a cruise ship.
Shadow Divers
By: Robert Kurson
Two weekend scuba divers take on all the risk in this thrilling adventure, following in the footsteps of Sebastian Junger's The Perfect Storm and Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air.
The 9/11 Commission Report
By: National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States
This is the final report from the 9/11 Commission. This is the complete report, with the Executive Summary which was not included in the PDF file. It was published originally in 2004.
Brimstone
By: Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child
The body of a Long Island man has been found in his attic.
August 17, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 17, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Fear Factor: Unleashed
Astro Boy
Fish Tycoon
Armored Core: Formula Front
Beatmania IIDX 11 IIDXRED
Who was the US President on August 17, 2004?
On August 17, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2004?
On August 17, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 17, 2004?
On August 17, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 17th?
August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of August. 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 August 17th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
- 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
- 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).
What happened in 2004?
2004 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ahmed Yassin is the founder and leader of the Palestinian Sunni Islamist Group Hamas. Two bodyguards and nine civilians are killed when Israeli Air Force AH 64 Apache fired Hellfire missiles hit the Gaza Strip.
- Flash Airlines' Boeing 737-737 aircraft, Flight 604, crashes into the Red Sea killing all 148 passengers.
- At 04:35 UTC, Spirit, a NASA Mars Rover successfully lands on Mars.
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What was the calendar for August 2004?
August 2004 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
