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May 19, 2008 was the 140th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.
Is May 19, 2008 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 19, 2008, who was born and died on May 19, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 19, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Take A Bow by Rihanna), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Drive Thru New Zealand) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 19th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 19, 2008?
- May 19, 2008: What happened on that day?
- May 19, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 19, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
- May 19, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 19, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 19, 2008?
- May 19, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 19, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
- May 19, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 19, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
- May 19, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 19, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 19, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 19, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 19, 2008?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 19, 2008?
- Who was the Pope on May 19, 2008?
What day of the week was May 19, 2008?
May 19, 2008: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 19, 2008:
- 11 people were killed when sunni insurgents attacked a minibus transporting police recruits close to the border of syria and iraq.
- Edward leigh's attempt at banning the creation of hybrid embryos between human and animal embryos in the united kingdom was defeated by 336 votes against 176 in british house of commons.
- "united states, v. williams" is a case in which the supreme court of the united states affirms a law that makes it a crime to transmit messages via the internet offering child pornography or seeking it even though there is none.
- Today opens a two-week conference in dublin that aims to establish an international treaty banning the use of cluster bombs.
- 2008 sichuan earthquake
- Xinhua reports 200 people who were trying to help earthquake victims have been buried by a mudslide.
- At 2:28 pm, the people's republic of china observes three minutes silence to mark a week since earthquake. all public entertainment events were cancelled.
- Meeting of foreign ministers from asean member countries, including nyan win of myanmar, to discuss cyclone nargis.
- Aid workers estimate that around 6,000 people fled south africa after a wave attack on foreigners. the attacks left at least 13 people dead.
- 2008 sichuan earthquake: xinhua reports 200 rescue workers who tried to save people from the earthquake were buried by a mudslide. (ap via the new york times). the people's republic of china observes a three-minute silence at 2:28 pm to mark one week since the earthquake. all public entertainment events were cancelled.
- Eight people are killed by a gunman in calamba city, philippines.
- Mahathir mohamad (former prime minister of malaysia) resigns from the united malays national organisation, the country's dominant political party.
May 19, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 19, 2008:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $92.90
- Apple AAPL: opens at $187.90
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.89
- General Electric GE: opens at $32.13
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $127.68
Exchange Rates on May 19, 2008:
- 1 USD = 104.32 JPY
- 1 USD = 0.9926 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.0539 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.9725 CNY
- 1 EUR = 161.79 JPY
May 19, 2008: What were the main match results that day?
Premier League - UK Soccer
- St Mirren - Rangers : 0 - 3
May 19, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 19th is Taurus.
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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 19, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 19, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 19th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 19, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 19, 2008 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 19, 2008 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 19, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 08:17 pm and setting at 05:24 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 20, 2008 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 2008.
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Who was born on May 19, 2008?
Whose famous birthday is on May 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 19th:
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Grace JonesGrace jones is a jamaican-american singer, actress, and model known for her distinctive voice, androgynous style, and hits like 'pull up to...
![André the Giant]()
André the GiantAndré the giant was a french professional wrestler and actor, known for his enormous size and strength.
![Pete Townshend]()
Pete TownshendBritish musician, founder of "the who", rock band.
![Jon Kortajarena]()
Jon KortajarenaJon kortajarena is a spanish model known for his work with major fashion brands and his appearances in high-profile fashion shows and...
![Nora Ephron]()
Nora EphronAmerican director, producer, screenwriter and novelist.
![Kevin Garnett]()
Kevin GarnettNba forward (minnesota timberwolves).
![Kyle Eastwood]()
Kyle EastwoodAmerican singer-bass player and actor.
![Nancy Kwan]()
Nancy KwanHong kong-american actress and makeup artist.
![Michele Placido]()
Michele PlacidoFoggia, italy -- actor (la lupa, poliziotti).
![Jesse Peretz]()
Jesse PeretzAmerican filmmaker, seen in "first love, last rites," which was released in june 1998.
May 19, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 15 years 11 months old,
or 191 months and 1 day old,
or 830 weeks and 5 days old,
or 5815 days old,
if you were born on May 19, 2008.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 19, 2008?
There are 29 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 19, 2008?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 19, 2008.
May 19, 2008: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 19, 2008:
- Avilene Kipp
Renowned abstract artist known for her vibrant use of color and unique compositions.
- Newel Lyons
British poet acclaimed for his lyrical and introspective poetry.
- Lexey Barker
Lexey Barker was an American actress who appeared in several films and television shows during the 1940s and 1950s.
- Orvin Tregoning
Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes and seascapes.
- Vijay Tendulkar
Indian playwright and screenwriter (b. 1928).
- Yogi Bough
- Paul Schlupp
- Nigel Cassidy
What famous deaths happened on May 19th?
Famous deaths on May 19th:
![Alan Young]()
Alan YoungAlan young was a canadian-american actor best known for his role as wilbur post in the television series mister ed.
![Ronald Colman]()
Ronald ColmanBritish-american actor.
![Henry Corden]()
Henry CordenAmerican actor and voice artist (born in 1921).
- Naythen Hawthorne
Prominent American novelist known for works like 'The Scarlet Letter'.
- Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was the wife of the 35th President of the United States, John F. Kennedy, and served as First Lady from 1961...
- Maymuna Ali
Legendary female boxer and daughter of Muhammad Ali.
- Jaclyne Bouvier Kennedy
Wife of President John F. Kennedy and known for her style and grace.
May 19, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 19, 2008:
- National Hug-Your-Cat Day
- NASCAR Day USA.(2006)
- Commemoration of Pontian Greeks Genocide in Greece.
- Commemoration of Atatnrk, Youth and Sports Day in Turkey (1919).
- Theophilus of Corte
- Pudentiana
- Emiliana
- Ives
- Peter Celestine
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Dunstan
May 19, 2008: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 19, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 19th and May 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 19, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 19, 2008 was Take A Bow by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 19, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 19, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Rihanna - Take A Bow
- Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love
- Lil Wayne - Lollipop
- Jordin Sparks - No Air
- Usher - Love In This Club
May 19, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 19, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 19, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 19, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major - Lollipop
- Mariah Carey - Touch My Body
- Ashanti - The Way That I Love You
- Usher Featuring Young Jeezy - Love In This Club
- Jordin Sparks Duet With Chris Brown - No Air
May 19, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 19, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.
May 19, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 19, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 19th and May 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Flex - Te Quiero
- Mana - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
- Enrique Iglesias - Donde Estan Corazon
- Juanes - Gotas De Agua Dulce
- Juanes - Me Enamora
May 19, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 19, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Great Debaters
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Denzel Washington
Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker
Country: United States of America
The Incredible Hulk
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Louis Leterrier
Starring: Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt
Country: United States of America
He's Just Not That Into You
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily
Country: United States of America
Fighting
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Dito Montiel
Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao
Country: United States of America
The Hitcher
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Dave Meyers
Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough
Country: United States of America
May 19, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 19, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Drive Thru New Zealand
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Greg Browning
Cinemania
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Stephen Kijak
The Inbetweeners
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Ben Palmer
Kung Fu Femmes
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Tony Laudati
Teenage Kicks
Release year: 2008
Directed by: Craig Boreham
May 19, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 19, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Voyage Long And Strange
By: Tony Horwitz
What happened between Columbus's 1492 sail and the arrival of the Pilgrims in 1620 in North America? Tony Horwitz discovers that he has no clue when he visits Plymouth Rock.
Careless In Red
By: Elizabeth George
The body was found by him on the forty-third day. . . After being devastated by the murder of his wife, Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley fled to Cornwall.
Are You There
By: Chelsea Handler
Chelsea Handler turns to vodka when she needs to clear her head. It seems reasonable when you consider that her boyfriend had an affair with someone else.
A Remarkable Mother
By: Jimmy Carter
Bessie Lillian Carter was a registered nurse and physicians' assistant, pecan grower and university housemother. She was also a nursing home manager and Peace Corps Volunteer.
Audition
By: Barbara Walters
#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER Barbara Walters is the #1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER. After fifty years of interviewing world leaders, celebrities, criminals and murderers, as well as movie stars, heads of state, politicians, and inspirational figures, Barbara Walters turned her gift of examination …
May 19, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 19, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Catching Features
Aion
Age of Heroes
Enduro Racer
Avatar: The Last Airbender – Into the Inferno
Who was the US President on May 19, 2008?
On May 19, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 19, 2008?
On May 19, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 19, 2008?
On May 19, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about May 19th?
May 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th 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 19th, such as:
- 2019 - A bus transporting south african nationals was struck by an explosion near giza's grand egyptian museum, egypt. at least 14 people were injured.
- 2018 - Russian military intervention in ukraine: ukraine’s joint forces operation reports that russian-led militants attacked ukrainian troops in donbas 43 times in the last 24 hours. they used artillery systems, 120mm mortars, and 82mm mortars ten times each, but there were no casualties among ukrainian servicemen. two militants have been killed and three more are injured, according to intelligence data.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: at least 11 people are killed by a roadside bomb in logar province.
What happened in 2008?
2008 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
- The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
- Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.
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What was the calendar for May 2008?
May 2008 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.
