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May 17, 2002 was the 137th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.
Is May 17, 2002 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, 2002, who was born and died on May 17, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Foolish by Ashanti), movies (e.g. Iris, directed by Richard Eyre), TV series (e.g. Is Harry On The Boat?) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 17, 2002?
- May 17, 2002: What happened on that day?
- May 17, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 17, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 17, 2002?
- May 17, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 17, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
- May 17, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 17, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
- May 17, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 17, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 17, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 17, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 17, 2002?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2002?
- Who was the Pope on May 17, 2002?
What day of the week was May 17, 2002?
May 17, 2002: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 17, 2002:
- In ireland, the fianna fail/progressive democrats coalition was re-elected. this is the first time that a government has been reelected since 1969.
May 17, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 17, 2002:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $40.28
- Apple AAPL: opens at $25.49
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $56.21
- General Electric GE: opens at $32.40
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $86.25
Exchange Rates on May 17, 2002:
- 1 USD = 125.79 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.5462 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.5786 CHF
- 1 EUR = 115.91 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6312 GBP
May 17, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
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, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 17, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 17, 2002 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 2002 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, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 09:48 am and setting at 01:15 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 2002 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 2002.
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Who was born on May 17, 2002?
Famous people born on May 17, 2002:
- Theo Corbeanu
- Sean Dylan Kelly
- Léon Marchand
- Marcelo Saraiva
- Samson Tijani
- Bruno Zapelli
- Daniel Peñaloza
Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:
![Dennis Hopper]()
Dennis HopperAmerican actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".
![Adel Imam]()
Adel ImamAdel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.
![Sugar Ray Leonard]()
Sugar Ray LeonardSugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.
![Ross Butler]()
Ross ButlerRoss butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.
![Bob Saget]()
Bob SagetBob 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 HoughDerek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.
![Leven Rambin]()
Leven RambinLeven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.
![Nikki Reed]()
Nikki ReedNikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.
![Craig Ferguson]()
Craig FergusonScots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.
![Sasha Alexander]()
Sasha AlexanderSasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.
May 17, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 21 years 11 months old,
or 263 months and 9 days old,
or 1145 weeks
or 8015 days old,
if you were born on May 17, 2002.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, 2002?
There are 21 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, 2002?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 17, 2002.
May 17, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 17, 2002:
- Ladislaus Kubala
Ladislaus Kubala was a Hungarian-Spanish football player and manager who played as a forward and is considered one of the greatest players...
- Sharon Sheeley
American singer-songwriter (d. 2002).
- Dave Berg
American soldier and cartoonist (d. 2002).
- László Kubala
- John de Lancie
- Mario Campagnoli
- James Chichester-Clark
- Vito Elio Petrucci
- Bruce Beale
- Gloria Jacobsen
What famous deaths happened on May 17th?
Famous deaths on May 17th:
![Frank Gorshin]()
Frank GorshinAmerican actor.
![Edward Hardwicke]()
Edward HardwickeEnglish actor (born 1932).
![Bruce Fairbairn]()
Bruce FairbairnCanadian record producer and musician (born 1949).
![Hugh Burden]()
Hugh BurdenActor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.
![Robert Webber]()
Robert WebberActor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.
- Kyston Williams
Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
- Geovannie Ramirez
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Zahki Khan
Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.
- Lyndle Smith
Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.
- Warda Al-Jazairia
Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...
May 17, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 17, 2002:
- 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, 2002:
- UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
- World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Saints celebrated on May 17, 2002:
- Saint Solochon
- Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
- Saint Montanus
- Saint Dietmar
- Saint Pamphamer
- Saint Pamphalon
- Saint Adrian of Alexandria
May 17, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 17, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 13th and May 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 17, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 17, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ashanti - Foolish
- Fat Joe - What's Luv?
- P. Diddy - I Need A Girl (Part One)
- Usher - U Don't Have To Call
- Vanessa Carlton - A Thousand Miles
May 17, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 2002 was One Step Closer by S Club Juniors, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 17, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- S Club Juniors - One Step Closer
- Holly Valance - Kiss Kiss
- Sugababes - Freak Like Me
- Ronan Keating - If Tomorrow Never Comes
- 'N Sync - Girlfriend
May 17, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 17, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ashanti - Foolish
- Usher - U Don't Have To Call
- P. Diddy Featuring Usher & Loon - I Need A Girl (Part One)
- Busta Rhymes Featuring P. Diddy & Pharrell - Pass The Courvoisier Part II
- Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti - What's Luv?
May 17, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 2002 was Quitame Ese Hombre by Pilar Montenegro, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 17, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Pilar Montenegro - Quitame Ese Hombre
- Chayanne - Y Tu Te Vas
- Shakira - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
- MDO - Me Huele A Soledad
- Enrique Iglesias - Escapar [Escape]
May 17, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 17, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Iris
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Richard Eyre
Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville
Country: United States of America
Kate & Leopold
Release year: 2002
Directed by: James Mangold
Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer
Country: United States of America
Undisputed
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Walter Hill
Starring: Wesley Snipes, Ving Rhames, Peter Falk, Michael Rooker
Country: United States of America
Stuart Little 2
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Rob Minkoff
Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki
Country: United States of America
The Hours
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Stephen Daldry
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep, Claire Danes, Ed Harris, Jeff Daniels, Eileen Atkins, Allison Janney, Toni Collette, John C. Reilly, Stephen Dillane
Country: United States of America
May 17, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 17, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Is Harry on the Boat?
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Menhaj Huda
The Hard Word
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Scott Roberts
MI-5
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Bharat Nalluri
Verdammt verliebt
Release year: 2002
Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi
Release year: 2002
May 17, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 17, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Find Me
By: Rosie O'Donnell
Part memoir, part mystery. 'Find Me is a story of a friendship between a young woman with a difficult past and a celebrity who is obsessed with her welfare. Rosie O'Donnell's candid story is a tale of misidentifications and bizarre …
A Thousand Country Roads
By: Robert James Waller
The rest of the story is now complete. Epilogue: The final part of a literary work. This man was unusual in a way that almost seemed familiar.
Everything'S Eventual
By: Stephen King
Stephen King, the #1 New York Times bestseller and undisputed King of Horror, has compiled another collection of spine-tingling stories that will keep you up at night.
Odd Girl Out
By: Rachel Simmons
REVISED AND UPDATED WITH NEW MATERIAL ON CYBERBULLYING andHELPING GIRLS HANDLING THE DANGERS of LIFE ONLINE
Master Of The Senate
By: Robert A. Caro
Continue reading Robert A. Caro's biography of Lyndon B. Johnson. It is the most compelling political biography we have ever seen. Master of the Senate tells Johnson's story through one its most compelling.
May 17, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 17, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
ATV Offroad Fury 2
Delta Force: Task Force Dagger
Dark Arena
Arthur's Knights II: The Secret of Merlin
Burnout 2: Point of Impact
Who was the US President on May 17, 2002?
On May 17, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2002?
On May 17, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 17, 2002?
On May 17, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.
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).
What happened in 2002?
2002 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
- Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
- Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.
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What was the calendar for May 2002?
May 2002 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.
