Friday August 20, 1999: on this day

August 20, 1999 was the 232nd day of the year 1999, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 20, 1999 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 20, 1999, who was born and died on August 20, 1999, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 20, 1999, which were the most popular songs (ex. Genie In A Bottle by Christina Aguilera), movies (e.g. The Ninth Gate, directed by Roman Polanski), TV series (e.g. Twice In A Lifetime) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 20th, 1999 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 20, 1999?


August 20, 1999 was a Friday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1999 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1999 can also be written as 8/20/1999 in the US and as 20/8/1999 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 1999 in August 1999 calendar

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August 20, 1999: What happened on that day?


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August 20, 1999: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 20, 1999:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $82.25
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $59.25
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $84.00
  • General Electric GE: opens at $111.25
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $124.37

August 20, 1999: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bielefeld - Hertha : 1 - 1
  • Unterhaching - Duisburg : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Bochum - Aachen : 5 - 0
  • Greuther Furth - FC Koln : 0 - 0
  • Mannheim - Chemnitz : 4 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Nice - Guingamp : 0 - 0

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Le Havre - Sedan : 2 - 1
  • Metz - Lyon : 0 - 1
  • Montpellier - Monaco : 2 - 3
  • Paris SG - Auxerre : 1 - 1
  • Rennes - Bordeaux : 2 - 1
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August 20, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th 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 20, 1999: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1999 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on August 20th, 1999 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 20, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 20, 1999 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 1999 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 20, 1999 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 03:09 pm and setting at 01:12 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 28, 1999 while the next full moon would come on Aug 26, 1999.

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Who was born on August 20, 1999?


Famous people born on August 20, 1999:

  • Jovani Jara

    Popular social media influencer and content creator.

  • Ilian Iliev
  • Valerija Juz'vjak
  • Elvedina Muzaferija
  • Lisa Gunnarsson
  • Patric Pfeiffer
  • Joe Willock
  • Evan N'Dicka

Whose famous birthday is on August 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 20th:

  • Andrew Garfield
    Andrew Garfield

    Andrew garfield is a british-american actor known for his roles in the social network and the amazing spider-man series.

  • Amy Adams
    Amy Adams

    Amy adams is an american actress known for her versatile roles in films such as enchanted, american hustle, and arrival.

  • Demi Lovato
    Demi Lovato

    American singer-songwriter, musician, and actress.

  • Fred Durst
    Fred Durst

    Fred durst is an american singer best known as the lead vocalist of the band limp bizkit.

  • Misha Collins
    Misha Collins

    American actor and director.

  • Ben Barnes
    Ben Barnes

    Ben barnes is an english actor known for his roles in the chronicles of narnia series and the tv series westworld.

  • James Marsters
    James Marsters

    James marsters is an american actor best known for his role as the vampire spike in the television series buffy the vampire slayer.

  • Gerald McRaney
    Gerald McRaney

    Gerald mcraney is an american actor known for his roles in television series such as simon & simon, major dad, and this is us.

  • Ron Paul
    Ron Paul

    American politician and physician, paul is an active member and nominee of the libertarian party for president in 1988.

  • Joan Allen
    Joan Allen

    American actress who can play both lead and supporting roles on screen and stage.

See more famous people and celebrities born on August 20th

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August 20, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 24 years 7 months old,

or 295 months and 9 days old,

or 1284 weeks

or 8988 days old,

if you were born on August 20, 1999.

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 20, 1999?

There are 144 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1999?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 20, 1999.

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August 20, 1999: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 20, 1999:

  • Leveda Burgess

    Renowned American author known for her insightful novels.

  • Otie Pike

    Notable sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials.

  • Carlos Couto
  • Margaret Wright
  • Josane Sigart
  • Annick Goutal

What famous deaths happened on August 20th?

Famous deaths on August 20th:

  • Jerry Lewis
    Jerry Lewis

    American comedian, writer, actor and producer.

  • Ilona Massey
    Ilona Massey

    Hungarian-born American actress and singer who appeared in several Hollywood films.

  • Phyllis Diller
    Phyllis Diller

    American comedian who burst onto the stage in san francisco in 1954 wearing a sequined minidress, an orange fright-wig and gold ankle-high...

  • Ulla Jacobsson
    Ulla Jacobsson

    Swedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.

  • Ruhama Goldberg

    Esteemed researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Aulora Smith

    Bestselling author known for her captivating novels that have touched the hearts of many.

  • Elmore Leonard

    Elmore Leonard was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Negro leagues.

  • Otillia Lindemann

    Renowned German soprano known for her performances in leading opera houses.

  • Stefhanie Tubbs Jones

    First African-American woman to represent Ohio in the U.S.

  • Sircharles Sedley

    Celebrated playwright of the Restoration era.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 20th

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August 20, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 20, 1999:

  • Morocco - Revolution of the King and the People Day
  • RC saints - Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
  • Estonia - Restoration Day
  • Hungary - St. Stephen's day, the main national holiday in Hungary
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Asmá (Names) - First day of the ninth month of the Bahá'f Calendar
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August 20, 1999: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 20, 1999 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 20, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 1999 was Genie In A Bottle by Christina Aguilera, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 20, 1999: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 20, 1999 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:

  1. - Genie In A Bottle
  2. - Bills, Bills, Bills youtube
  3. - Tell Me It's Real
  4. - Summer Girls
  5. - All Star

August 20, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 20, 1999 was Better Off Alone by DJ Jurgen Presents Alice Deejay, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 20, 1999: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 20, 1999 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:

  1. - Better Off Alone
  2. - When You Say Nothing At All
  3. - Livin' La Vida Loca youtube
  4. - If I Let You Go
  5. - If Ya Gettin' Down

August 20, 1999: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 20, 1999 was Bills, Bills, Bills by Destiny's Child, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 20, 1999: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 20, 1999 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:

  1. - Bills, Bills, Bills youtube
  2. - Tell Me It's Real
  3. - Fortunate
  4. - Spend My Life With You
  5. - So Anxious

August 20, 1999: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 20, 1999 was Loco by Alejandro Fernandez, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.

August 20, 1999: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 20, 1999 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:

  1. - Loco
  2. - De Hoy En Adelante
  3. - No Me Ames
  4. - Dejate Querer
  5. - El Peor De Mis Fracasos

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August 20, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 20, 1999 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Ninth Gate

The Ninth Gate

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Roman Polanski

Starring: Johnny Depp, Frank Langella, Lena Olin, Emmanuelle Seigner

Country: United States of America

In Too Deep

In Too Deep

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Michael Rymer

Starring: Omar Epps, LL Cool J, Nia Long, Stanley Tucci

The Muse

The Muse

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Albert Brooks

Starring: Albert Brooks, Sharon Stone, Andie MacDowell, Jeff Bridges

The Astronaut's Wife

The Astronaut's Wife

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Rand Ravich

Starring: Charlize Theron, Johnny Depp, Joe Morton, Clea DuVall

The Omega Code

The Omega Code

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Robert Marcarelli

Starring: Casper Van Dien, Michael York, Catherine Oxenberg, Michael Ironside

August 20, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 20, 1999 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Twice in a Lifetime

Twice in a Lifetime

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Bud Yorkin

Hidden Love

Hidden Love

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Alessandro Capone

Toast

Toast

Release year: 1999

Directed by: S.J. Clarkson

Metrosexuality

Metrosexuality

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Rikki Beadle Blair

Life Support

Life Support

Release year: 1999

Directed by: Nelson George

August 20, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 20, 1999 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Rainbow Six by Tom Clanc

Rainbow Six

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John Clark battles extremely dangerous terrorists.

The Testament by John Grisham

The Testament

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERIn a luxurious Virginia office, a wealthy, angry old man is furiously rewriting the will. Troy Phelan, who is about to die, wants to send a message his children, ex-wives and his minions. This message will …

Jupiter'S Bones by Faye Kellerman

Jupiter'S Bones

By:

Dr. Emil Euler Ganz, a prominent astrophysicist of world-reputation, was once a great man. He vanished suddenly without warning to his family and colleagues.

The Art Of Happiness by the Dalai Lama and Howard C. Cutler

The Art Of Happiness

By:

The Art of Happiness is a book that explores the topic of work, career and how to find the ultimate happiness at work.

The Girls' Guide To Hunting And Fishing by Melissa Bank

The Girls' Guide To Hunting And Fishing

By:

Critics hail The Girls' Guide To Hunting And Fishing as the debut of a major literary voice. It has been praised by readers and is a bestseller.

August 20, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 20, 1999 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crazy Taxi

Crazy Taxi

Platform: Arcade, Dreamcast, PlayStation 2, GameCube, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Cloud (OnLive), iOS, Android

Genre: Racing, Action

Publisher: Sega Acclaim (PlayStation 2, GameCube) Activision (Microsoft Windows)

Final Fantasy VIII

Final Fantasy VIII

Platform: PlayStation, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: PlayStation JP Square NA Square EA EU Square AUS SCE Australia Microsoft Windows NA Square EA EU Eidos Interactive JP Square WW Square Enix (Steam); PlayStation; JP Square NA Square EA EU Square AUS S

Test Drive Off-Road 3

Test Drive Off-Road 3

Platform: PlayStation, Microsoft Windows, Game Boy Color

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Infogrames

Championship Manager 3

Championship Manager 3

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Eidos

Fighting Steel

Fighting Steel

Platform: Windows

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: Strategic Simulations, Inc.

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Who was the US President on August 20, 1999?

On August 20, 1999 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 20, 1999?

On August 20, 1999 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 20, 1999?

On August 20, 1999 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 20th?

August 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - Terrorism in europe. a man storms into a mossos-d'esquadra station carrying a knife and is shot by an officer. the incident is being treated as an attempt to terrorist attack by police.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war: battle of tal afar 2017: iraqi security forces launch a ground offensive, along with shi'ite volunteers, kurdish peshmerga fighters and shi'ite volunteers, to retake tal afar from the islamic state of iraq (isil) militants. since the liberation of mosul, the city has been isolated and is now in the hands of isil.
  • 2016 - Gaziantep bombing. a suicide bomber attacks a kurdish wedding celebration at gaziantep in turkey, killing at least 22 and wounding 94. (reuters),

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What happened in 1999?

1999 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The Euro currency is introduced in 11 countries - members of the European Union (with the exception of the United Kingdom, Denmark, Greece and Sweden).
  • A brutal snowstorm smashes into the Midwestern United States, causing 14 inches (359 mm) of snow at Milwaukee, Wisconsin and 19 inches (487 mm) at Chicago, Illinois. In Chicago, temperatures plunge to -13 degrees F (-25 degrees C), and 68 deaths are reported.
  • Israel detains, and later expels, 14 members of Concerned Christians.

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What was the calendar for August 1999?

August 1999 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.

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