Thursday May 17, 2001: on this day

May 17, 2001 was the 137th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 17, 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 17, 2001, who was born and died on May 17, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. All For You by Janet), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Blind Date) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 17, 2001?


May 17, 2001 was a Thursday and it was the 137th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 2001 can also be written as 5/17/2001 in the US and as 17/5/2001 in UK and Europe.

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May 17, 2001: What happened on that day?


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May 17, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 17, 2001:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.15
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $24.23
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $69.10
  • General Electric GE: opens at $52.00
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $115.80

Exchange Rates on May 17, 2001:

  • 1 USD = 122.49 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.534 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.7384 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 108.14 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6168 GBP

May 17, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Milwaukee Bucks - Charlotte Hornets : 104 - 97

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Milan - Fiorentina : 1 - 2
  • Parma - Inter : 3 - 1

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

  • Ajax - Vitesse : 1 - 2
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May 17, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Snake personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 17, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 17, 2001 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 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 17, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 03:09 am and setting at 03:29 pm.

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 17, 2001?


Famous people born on May 17, 2001:

  • Sophiarose Wilkinson

    Sophiarose Wilkinson is a British artistic gymnast.

  • Nicaya Wiley

    Nicaya wiley is a dancer known for her appearances on the reality tv show dance moms.

  • Justin Kirk

    American infanticide victim, allegedly murdered by his mother march 8, 2005.

  • Kouadio Koné
  • AJ Mitchell
  • Dīmītrīs Mouchlias
  • Lawrence Nicholas
  • Anna Shackley
  • Benedict Hollerbach
  • Max Anderson

Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Adel Imam
    Adel Imam

    Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

  • Sugar Ray Leonard
    Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.

  • Ross Butler
    Ross Butler

    Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

  • Bob Saget
    Bob Saget

    Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...

  • Derek Hough
    Derek Hough

    Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

  • Craig Ferguson
    Craig Ferguson

    Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.

  • Nikki Reed
    Nikki Reed

    Nikki reed is an american actress known for her role as rosalie hale in the twilight saga.

  • Sasha Alexander
    Sasha Alexander

    Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

  • Andrea Corr
    Andrea Corr

    Irish actress and singer (the corrs), pianist and pianist.

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May 17, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 10 months old,

or 274 months and 11 days old,

or 1193 weeks

or 8351 days old,

if you were born on May 17, 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 17, 2001?

There are 50 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 17, 2001.

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May 17, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 17, 2001:

  • Frank G Slaughter

    American physician and novelist (born in 1908).

  • Mario Schimberni
  • Jacques-Louis Lions
  • Robert Knapp
  • Filippo Puglisi
  • Julius Schädler

What famous deaths happened on May 17th?

Famous deaths on May 17th:

  • Frank Gorshin
    Frank Gorshin

    American actor.

  • Edward Hardwicke
    Edward Hardwicke

    English actor (born 1932).

  • Bruce Fairbairn
    Bruce Fairbairn

    Canadian record producer and musician (born 1949).

  • Robert Webber
    Robert Webber

    Actor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.

  • Hugh Burden
    Hugh Burden

    Actor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.

  • Kyston Williams

    Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.

  • Lyndle Smith

    Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.

  • Zahki Khan

    Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.

  • Geovannie Ramirez

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Wendle Ford

    Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 17th

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May 17, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 17, 2001:

  • Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
  • Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
  • International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
  • Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Observances on May 17, 2001:

  • UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
  • World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Saints celebrated on May 17, 2001:

  • Saint Solochon
  • Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
  • Saint Montanus
  • Saint Dietmar
  • Saint Pamphamer
  • Saint Pamphalon
  • Saint Adrian of Alexandria
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May 17, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 17, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 14th and May 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 17, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 2001 was All For You by Janet, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 17, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 17, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

May 17, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 2001 was Don't Stop Movin' by S Club 7, according to the music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 17, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 17, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 14th and May 20th. 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 17, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 2001 was Missing You by Case, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 17, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 17, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

May 17, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 2001 was Quiero by Jerry Rivera, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 14th and May 20th.

May 17, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 17, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 14th and May 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Quiero
  2. - Abrazame Muy Fuerte
  3. - La Bomba
  4. - No Te Podias Quedar
  5. - Solo Quiero Amarte

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May 17, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 17, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

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

Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Michael Bay

Starring: Ben Affleck, Kate Beckinsale, Josh Hartnett, William Lee Scott

Country: United States of America

Delivering Milo

Delivering Milo

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nick Castle

Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott

Country: United States of America

May 17, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 17, 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:

Blind Date

Blind Date

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Blake Edwards

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

May 17, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 17, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

April 1865 by Jay Winik

April 1865

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One month later, 1865 saw the chaotic fall of Richmond. This was a Southern daring last-ditch plan for guerrilla war, Lee's agonizing retreat and then Appomattox.

Washington by Meg Greenfield

Washington

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A classic about Washington's workings, and a provocative portrayal by the tribes that manage it. Written by a revered Washington writer/editor.

Cold Paradise by Stuart Woods

Cold Paradise

By:

Palm Beach is the most glamorous scene-of-the-crime yet for cop-turned-investigator Stone Barrington, who becomes reacquainted with a case he thought was buried years ago and must settle romantic entanglements that haunt

Founding Brothers by Joseph J. Ellis

Founding Brothers

By:

In this landmark work of history, the National Book Award--winning author of American Sphinx explores how a group of greatly gifted but deeply flawed individuals-Hamilton, Burr, Jefferson, Franklin, Washington, Adams, and

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 …

May 17, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 17, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crescendo

Crescendo

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Eroge, Visual novel

Publisher: Yūto Group G-Collections

4x4 EVO 2

4x4 EVO 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Xbox, GameCube, PlayStation 2

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Gathering of Developers, Aspyr (Mac OS)

Dragon Riders: Chronicles of Pern

Dragon Riders: Chronicles of Pern

Platform: Dreamcast, Windows

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Ubisoft

Car Battler Joe

Car Battler Joe

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Action RPG Vehicular combat

Publisher: JP Victor Interactive Software; NA Natsume

Army Men: Operation Green

Army Men: Operation Green

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Shooter game

Publisher: 3DO

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Who was the US President on May 17, 2001?

On May 17, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2001?

On May 17, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 17, 2001?

On May 17, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 17th?

May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
  • 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
  • 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).

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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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