Sunday July 20, 2008: on this day

July 20, 2008 was the 202nd day of the year 2008, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is July 20, 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 July 20, 2008, who was born and died on July 20, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 20, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry), movies (e.g. In Bruges, directed by Martin McDonagh), TV series (e.g. Under One Roof) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 20th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 20, 2008?


July 20, 2008 was a Sunday and it was the 202nd day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 20, 2008 can also be written as 7/20/2008 in the US and as 20/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

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July 20, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 20, 2008:

  • Padraig harrington, a golfer from ireland, wins the second consecutive open championship (british open).
  • "the dark knight" sets a new record in box office receipts in the united states for its opening weekend with us$158.4 million earned between friday, and sunday.
  • Colombian diaspora celebrates colombian independence day with marches and concerts against violence, kidnapping, and the farc. events include events in paris (attended by ingrid betancourt), london and new york city.
  • Nato forces kill at least 13 afghan civilians and police officers in an airstrike, two weeks after another airstrike that killed 52 civilians at an afghan wedding.
  • Beijing has implemented traffic restrictions and factory closings to reduce pollution in preparation for the 2008 summer olympics.
  • 500,000 people attended the closing mass for world youth day 2008 in sydney (australia), celebrated by pope benedict xvi who announced madrid as the host city of the next world youth day in 2011.
  • 1.600,000. people attend the loveparade dortmund, germany.

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July 20, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 20th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 20, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 20, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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July 20, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 20, 2008 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 20, 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 July 20, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 09:43 pm and setting at 09:00 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 18, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Aug 16, 2008.

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Who was born on July 20, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on July 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 20th:

  • Gisele Bündchen
    Gisele Bündchen

    Brazilian actress, model and producer.

  • Osric Chau
    Osric Chau

    Osric chau is a canadian actor known for his role as kevin tran on the tv series supernatural.

  • Naseeruddin Shah
    Naseeruddin Shah

    Naseeruddin shah is an acclaimed indian actor and director known for his versatile performances in indian cinema.

  • Natalie Wood
    Natalie Wood

    American actress.

  • Sandra Oh
    Sandra Oh

    Sandra oh is a korean canadian actress known for her roles in grey's anatomy and killing eve.

  • Chris Cornell
    Chris Cornell

    American musician (soundgarden, audioslave).

  • Josh Holloway
    Josh Holloway

    Josh holloway is an american actor best known for his role as james 'sawyer' ford on the tv series lost.

  • Omar Epps
    Omar Epps

    Omar epps is an american actor known for his roles in the tv series 'house' and the film 'love & basketball'.

  • Ray Allen
    Ray Allen

    American basketball player and guard for the vancouver bucks.

  • Lola Albright
    Lola Albright

    American actress.

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July 20, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 8 months old,

or 188 months and 9 days old,

or 818 weeks and 5 days old,

or 5731 days old,

if you were born on July 20, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 20, 2008?

There are 113 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 20, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 20, 2008.

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July 20, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 20, 2008:

  • Nagi Gazmaz

    Renowned Egyptian playwright known for his impactful dramas.

  • Chihiro Hosoya

    Renowned chemist known for contributions to organic chemistry.

  • Hyman Kuritz

    Hyman Kuritz was a respected journalist who covered international affairs.

  • Manley Calder

    Manley Calder served as a respected political figure advocating for environmental conservation.

  • Kazen Kobayashi

    Notable Japanese architect who designed several iconic buildings in Tokyo.

  • Artie Traum

    American guitarist, songwriter, and producer (b. 1943).

  • Dinko Šakić

    Croatian concentration camp commander (b. 1921).

  • Giorgio Cardetti
  • Augusto Mancinelli

What famous deaths happened on July 20th?

Famous deaths on July 20th:

  • Bruce Lee
    Bruce Lee

    Chinese-american actor, martial arts expert and actor who was a martial arts expert.

  • Mildred Harris
    Mildred Harris

    Mildred Harris was an American actress known for her work in silent films.

  • James Doohan
    James Doohan

    Canadian-american actor and soldier (d. 2005).

  • Allen Jenkins
    Allen Jenkins

    Staten island, new york -- actor (hey jeannie, top cop, girl habit).

  • Mary Treen
    Mary Treen

    Actress (career and rock-a-bye baby), dies at 71.

  • Linda Stirling
    Linda Stirling

    At 75, a college professor (pretender) dies.

  • Franklin Pangborn
    Franklin Pangborn

    Dies at 69.

  • Jarious Smith

    Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.

  • Amarien Delacroix

    Famous for vibrant and expressive artworks.

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July 20, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 20, 2008:

  • St. Jerome Aemiliani
  • St. Rufina
  • St. Flavian
  • St. Justa
  • St. Margaret of Antioch
  • St. Sabinus
  • St. Joseph of Barsabas
  • Brazil - Friendship Day
  • St. Ceslas
  • Argentina - Dfa del Amigo (Friendship Day)

Observances on July 20, 2008:

  • International Moon Day
  • World Chess Day
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July 20, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 20, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 14th and July 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 20, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 20, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 20, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 20, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Kissed A Girl
  2. - Take A Bow
  3. - Lollipop
  4. - Bleeding Love youtube
  5. - Viva La Vida youtube

July 20, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 20, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 20, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 20, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - A Milli
  3. - I Luv Your Girl
  4. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  5. - Teenage Love Affair

July 20, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 20, 2008 was Si Tu Te Vas by Los Temerarios, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 20, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 20, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Si Tu Te Vas
  2. - Te Quiero
  3. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  4. - Donde Estan Corazon
  5. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy

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July 20, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 20, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

In Bruges

In Bruges

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Martin McDonagh

Starring: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Ciarán Hinds, Elizabeth Berrington

Country: United States of America

The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Denzel Washington

Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker

Country: United States of America

He's Just Not That Into You

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

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

July 20, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 20, 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:

Under One Roof

Under One Roof

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Todd Wilson

Sekirei

Sekirei

Release year: 2008

Moon Machines

Moon Machines

Release year: 2008

Starring: Robert Seamans, Wernher von Braun, John F. Kennedy, Frank Borman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Greensburg

Greensburg

Release year: 2008

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Release year: 2008

Directed by: various

July 20, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 20, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Broken Window by Jeffery Deaver

The Broken Window

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The master of suspense Jeffery Deaver has released a new thriller featuring quadriplegic detective Lincoln Rhyme. Rhyme and Amelia Sachs are reunited after Rhyme's cousin is charged with murder.

The Beach House by Jane Green

The Beach House

By:

The New York Times Bestseller and the ultimate beach read by Nan Powell, author of Promises to Keep & Another Piece of My Heart Nan Powell. She is a sixty-five year-old who is free-spirited.

When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris

When You Are Engulfed in Flames

By:

This remarkable book demonstrates David Sedaris's ability "to transform the mortifications of everyday life into wildly entertaining artwork," (The Christian Science Monitor). It is wilder, more entertaining than ever. Try

Me Of Little Faith by Lewis Black

Me Of Little Faith

By:

What are our beliefs? What do we believe?

Tailspin by Catherine Coulter

Tailspin

By:

Sherlock and Savich, married FBI agents, find the pilot and passenger in a plane that crashed deep within the Appalachian Mountains.

July 20, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 20, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

AMF Bowling World Lanes

AMF Bowling World Lanes

Platform: Wii

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Bethesda Softworks

Armored Brigade

Armored Brigade

Platform: Windows

Genre: Real-time tactics

Cory in the House (video game)

Cory in the House (video game)

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Adventure, stealth

Publisher: Disney Interactive Studios

Chicken Hunter

Chicken Hunter

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Action

Publisher: MumboJumbo

Azada: Ancient Magic

Azada: Ancient Magic

Platform: Windows, Mac OS X

Genre: Adventure, Puzzle

Publisher: Big Fish Games

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Who was the US President on July 20, 2008?

On July 20, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 20, 2008?

On July 20, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 20, 2008?

On July 20, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 20th?

July 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of July. 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 July 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - List of highest-grossing movies: the walt disney company reports avengers: endgame has overtaken avatar as the highest grossing film of all time, inflation-adjusted.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israel defense forces engages in a gunfight against hamas' military branch after an israeli soldier is shot dead by a palestinian sniper. four hamas members are also killed. israel responds by striking hamas targets in gaza. (bbc) (the new york times).three rockets fired from gaza at israeli communities. the iron dome intercepts two of them.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: syrian rebels who have benefited by the "covert" cia program of military aid say they were not informed about the u.s. decision. they also add that the full impact of this decision depends on whether u.s. allies qatar, saudi arabia, qatar and turkey continue to support them in their fight. this decision, warns a commander of the free syrian army, could lead to the fall of moderate opposition.

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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 July 2008?

July 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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