Tuesday August 20, 2002: on this day

August 20, 2002 was the 232nd day of the year 2002, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is August 20, 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 August 20, 2002, who was born and died on August 20, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 20, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Dilemma by Nelly), movies (e.g. Iris, directed by Richard Eyre), TV series (e.g. Still Game) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 20th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 20, 2002?


August 20, 2002 was a Tuesday and it was the 232nd day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 2002 can also be written as 8/20/2002 in the US and as 20/8/2002 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 2002 in August 2002 calendar

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August 20, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 20, 2002:

  • Five hours later, a group of iraqis fighting the regime of saddam hussein occupy the iraqi embassy berlin before freeing their hostages and surrendering.
  • Al-shorta, an iraqi club, wins the umm al ma'arak (mother-of-all battles) cup for the 3rd time by beating al-talaba 1-0 in final.
  • A group of iraqis opposed to the regime of saddam hussein take over the iraqi embassy in berlin, germany for five hours before releasing their hostages and surrendering.

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August 20, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 20, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $36.91
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $15.97
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $51.38
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.65
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $81.56

Exchange Rates on August 20, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 118.7 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5662 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.4997 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 116.16 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6402 GBP
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August 20, 2002: 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, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Horse personality and how the Water 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 August 20th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 20, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 20, 2002 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 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 August 20, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 06:58 pm and setting at 04:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Aug 22, 2002.

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Who was born on August 20, 2002?


Famous people born on August 20, 2002:

  • Dania Tanovic

    French-born daughter of film director danis tanovic, a well-known parent.

  • Felix Blohberger
  • Lilian Egloff
  • Joshua Liendo
  • Tommaso Menoncello
  • Tobias Lund Andresen
  • Nelson Quiñónes
  • Jesper Wahlqvist
  • Raphaël Marc Yapéndé
  • Jenny Nowak

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, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 8 months old,

or 260 months and 3 days old,

or 1131 weeks

or 7917 days old,

if you were born on August 20, 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 August 20, 2002?

There are 119 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, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 20, 2002.

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August 20, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 20, 2002:

  • Wesley Bennett

What famous deaths happened on August 20th?

Famous deaths on August 20th:

  • 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...

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Stefhanie Tubbs Jones

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

  • Sircharles Sedley

    Celebrated playwright of the Restoration era.

  • Otillia Lindemann

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

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August 20, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 20, 2002:

  • 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, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 20, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 19th and August 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 20, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 20, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 20, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Hot In Herre
  3. - Complicated
  4. - Just A Friend
  5. - I Need A Girl (Part Two)

August 20, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 20, 2002 was Colourblind by Darius, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 20, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 20, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Colourblind
  2. - Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake)
  3. - Automatic High
  4. - Underneath Your Clothes
  5. - Round Round

August 20, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 20, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 20, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 20, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Hot In Herre
  3. - Nothin'
  4. - Just A Friend 2002
  5. - I Need A Girl (Part Two)

August 20, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 20, 2002 was El Dolor De Tu Presencia by Jennifer Pena, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

August 20, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 20, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Dolor De Tu Presencia
  2. - A Dios Le Pido
  3. - Mentiroso
  4. - Y Tu Te Vas
  5. - Entra En Mi Vida

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August 20, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 20, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Rob Minkoff

Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki

Country: United States of America

The Hours

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

Frida

Frida

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Julie Taymor

Starring: Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Diego Luna, Valeria Golino, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Saffron Burrows, Geoffrey Rush, Roger Rees

Country: United States of America

August 20, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 20, 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:

Still Game

Still Game

Release year: 2002

Starring: Ford Kiernan, Greg Hemphill, Paul Riley, Mark Cox

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Cavegirl

Cavegirl

Release year: 2002

Directed by: David Oliver

Dick and Dom in da Bungalow

Dick and Dom in da Bungalow

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Simon Hepworth

Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu

Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Hidehito Ueda

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CNNNN: Chaser Non-Stop News Network

Release year: 2002

Starring: Craig Reucassel, Chris Taylor, Julian Morrow, Dominic Knight

Country: Australia

August 20, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 20, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Lobster Chronicles by Linda Greenlaw

The Lobster Chronicles

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Linda Greenlaw, after 17 years of service at sea, decided that it was time for a change. She would no longer be a swordboat captain. This career would bring her to a prominent position in Sebastian.

The Remnant by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins

The Remnant

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Why I Am A Catholic by Garry Wills

Why I Am A Catholic

By:

Garry Wills is a noted writer and historian in our country. This provocative work makes a strong statement about his Catholic faith.

Good To Great by Jim Collins

Good To Great

By:

The Challenge:Built To Last, the most important management study of the nineties showed how great companies can triumph over time and how long term sustained performance can be incorporated into a company's DNA.

Wealth And Democracy by Kevin Phillips

Wealth And Democracy

By:

Kevin Phillips' insights into American politics, economics and culture have been a part of history for more than 30 years.

August 20, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 20, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 6

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 6

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Activision Value Publishing, Inc.

Domo-Kun no Fushigi Terebi

Domo-Kun no Fushigi Terebi

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Various/Mini-Game

Publisher: Nintendo

Asheron's Call 2: Fallen Kings

Asheron's Call 2: Fallen Kings

Platform: Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP

Genre: MMORPG

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios (2002-2003) Turbine (2003-2005) Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (2012-)

Dual Blades

Dual Blades

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Metro3D, Inc.

Pac-Man World 2

Pac-Man World 2

Platform: GameCube PlayStation 2 Xbox Game Boy Advance Microsoft Windows

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Namco, Zoo Digital Publishing, Hip Games

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Who was the US President on August 20, 2002?

On August 20, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 20, 2002?

On August 20, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 20, 2002?

On August 20, 2002 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),

Find out more about August 20th

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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 August 2002?

August 2002 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.

Discover how August 2002 calendar looked like.

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