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Friday December 21, 2001: on this day
December 21, 2001 was the 355th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Friday.
Is December 21, 2001 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 21, 2001, who was born and died on December 21, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 21, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. How You Remind Me by Nickelback), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Micawber) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 21st, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 21, 2001?
- December 21, 2001: What happened on that day?
- December 21, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- December 21, 2001: What were the main match results that day?
- December 21, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 21, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 21, 2001?
- December 21, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 21, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
- December 21, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 21, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
- December 21, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 21, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- December 21, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 21, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 21, 2001?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 21, 2001?
- Who was the Pope on December 21, 2001?
What day of the week was December 21, 2001?
December 21, 2001 was a Friday and it was the 355th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 21, 2001 can also be written as 12/21/2001 in the US and as 21/12/2001 in UK and Europe.
December 21, 2001: What happened on that day?
December 21, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on December 21, 2001:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $38.60
- Apple AAPL: opens at $21.01
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $68.01
- General Electric GE: opens at $41.10
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $122.70
Exchange Rates on December 21, 2001:
- 1 USD = 129.64 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.5851 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.6538 CHF
- 1 EUR = 115.08 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.616 GBP
December 21, 2001: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Anderlecht - Club Brugge : 1 - 0
Le Championnat - Football (France)
- Marseille - Lens : 1 - 2
Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Brentford - Northampton : 3 - 0
- Brighton - Chesterfield : 2 - 2
- Notts County - Swindon : 3 - 1
- Oldham - Port Vale : 2 - 0
Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Hull - Southend : 0 - 0
- Mansfield - Exeter : 0 - 1
- Shrewsbury - Macclesfield : 1 - 1
- Swansea - Bristol Rvs : 2 - 1
December 21, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 21st is Sagittarius.
Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.
Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.
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December 21, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 21, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 21st, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 21, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 21, 2001 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 21, 2001 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 December 21, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 11:50 am and setting at 11:07 pm.
The previous full moon was on Nov 30, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Dec 30, 2001.
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Who was born on December 21, 2001?
Famous people born on December 21, 2001:
- Trinity Gay
American sprinter following in her father's footsteps in athletics.
- Henry Atola Meja
- Finn Fisher-Black
- Simone Giordano
- Alonso López
- Linda Mazri
Whose famous birthday is on December 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 21st:
![Jane Fonda]()
Jane FondaAmerican actress, who has at times been a sexpot and a feminist, a politician, a producer of exercise videos, a businesswoman,...
![Kiefer Sutherland]()
Kiefer SutherlandBritish-american actor, noted family, kiefer william frederick dempsey george rufus sutherland is a twin.
![Corinne Touzet]()
Corinne TouzetFrench actress, comedian on tv, producer and producer of west indian descent.
![Julie Delpy]()
Julie DelpyFrench actress; well-known internationally.
![Jane Kaczmarek]()
Jane KaczmarekTv actress.
![Ray Romano]()
Ray RomanoAmerican comedian, with a droning, worried tone, is the star of "everybody loves raymond" 1996.
![Andy Dick]()
Andy DickAmerican comedian and actor.
![Paul Meurisse]()
Paul MeurisseFrench actor and fianca(c), of singer edith piaf.
![Steven Yeun]()
Steven YeunTv actor.
![Phil Donahue]()
Phil DonahueAmerican television personality.
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December 21, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 22 years 3 months old,
or 267 months and 29 days old,
or 1165 weeks
or 8155 days old,
if you were born on December 21, 2001.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 December 21, 2001?
There are 246 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday December 21st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 21, 2001?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 21, 2001.
December 21, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 21, 2001:
- Dick Schaap
Sportscaster / author (bo knows bo, instant replay).
- Alice Ceresa
- Salvatore Guglielmino
- Malek Ouary
- Thomas Albert Sebeok
- Raffaele Sciorilli Borrelli
What famous deaths happened on December 21st?
Famous deaths on December 21st:
![Ted Healy]()
Ted HealyAmerican screenwriter and actor (d. 1937).
![Billie Whitelaw]()
Billie WhitelawCoventry (england) -- actress (omens, adding machine).
![Richard Long]()
Richard LongAmerican author and historian (d. 2013).
- Ebb Fitzgerald
Ebb Fitzgerald was a celebrated American author and one of the key figures of the 'Lost Generation' in 1920s Paris.
- Jersee Fitzgerald
Jersee Fitzgerald was a renowned American novelist of the 20th century, best known for his masterpiece 'The Great Gatsby', which is...
- Trason Fitzgerald
Trason Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby', which is considered a...
- Hadli Fitzgerald
Hadli Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, known for his novels depicting the Jazz Age.
- Garrell Fitzgerald
Garrell Fitzgerald was an Irish playwright and novelist, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby' and its exploration of the Jazz Age.
- Keldric Fitzgerald
Keldric Fitzgerald was an American novelist who is best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby'.
- Keiston Fitzgerald
Keiston Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby'.
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December 21, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 21, 2001:
- Roman festivals - Divalia in honour of Angerona
- R.C. Saints - Saint Petrus Canisius ; formerly feast day of Thomas the apostle
- Also see December 21 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- The summer solstice (Southern Hemisphere) or winter solstice (Northern Hemisphere), sometimes known as Yule, occurs on or very close to this date. It is an important festival in the Chinese calendar.
December 21, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 21, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 17th and December 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 21, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 21, 2001 was How You Remind Me by Nickelback, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 21, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 21, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Nickelback - How You Remind Me
- Usher - U Got It Bad
- Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
- Enrique Iglesias - Hero
- Pink - Get The Party Started
December 21, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 21, 2001 was Gotta Get Thru This by Daniel Bedingfield, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 21, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 21, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Daniel Bedingfield - Gotta Get Thru This
- S Club 7 - Have You Ever
- Robbie Williams & Nicole Kidman - Somethin' Stupid
- Sophie Ellis Bextor - Murder On The Dancefloor
- Riva featuring Dannii Minogue - Who Do You Love Now (Stringer)
December 21, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 21, 2001 was U Got It Bad by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 21, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 21, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher - U Got It Bad
- Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti - Always On Time
- Aaliyah - Rock The Boat
- Alicia Keys - A Woman's Worth
- Fat Joe Featuring R. Kelly - We Thuggin'
December 21, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 21, 2001 was Dejame Entrar by Carlos Vives, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.
December 21, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 21, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Carlos Vives - Dejame Entrar
- Alejandro Fernandez - Tantita Pena
- Shakira - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
- Enrique Iglesias - Heroe
- Palomo - No Me Conoces Aun
December 21, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 21, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Tigerland
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Joel Schumacher
Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr., Tom Guiry
Country: United States of America
The Faculty
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Robert Rodriguez
Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett
Country: United States of America
What Women Want
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nancy Meyers
Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda
Country: United States of America
Delivering Milo
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Castle
Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott
Country: United States of America
Drowning Mona
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Gomez
Starring: Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Neve Campbell, Jamie Lee Curtis
Country: United States of America
December 21, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on December 21, 2001 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Micawber
Release year: 2001
Hallo Robbie!
Release year: 2001
Country: Germany
Harold and the Purple Crayon
Release year: 2001
Directed by: David Piel
Justice League
Release year: 2001
Written by: Bob Kane, William M. Marston, Joe Shuster, Jerry Siegel, Gardner Fox, Christopher Keenan
Starring: Carl Lumbly, George Newbern, Phil LaMarr, Kevin Conroy
Country: United States of America
The Kumars at No. 42
Release year: 2001
December 21, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 21, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Last Man Standing
By: David Baldacci
Web London was trained to enter hostile territory and emerge alive. Web London was then forced to spend ten seconds in dark alleys, which cost him his friends, his fellow agents and his reputation.
The Kiss
By: Danielle Steel
Danielle Steel's 53rd bestseller explores the power of one moment to change lives. The Kiss is both a touching story about life's fragility and a stunning tale about love's power to heal, free, transform and make whole broken hearts.
The No Spin Zone
By: Bill O'Reilly
Bill O'Reilly is madder than ever today, but his fans still love him.
The Mitford Snowmen
By: Jan Karon
Everyone's favourite characters are full of holiday spirit in Mitford at Christmastime. The Mitford Snowmen are brought to Main Street by a swirling snowfall for a snowman-building contest.
The Fiery Cross
By: Diana Gabaldon
The fifth volume in Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander saga is a stunning feat of storytelling. It features James Fraser, an 18th-century Scotsman, and Claire Randall, a 20th-century time-travelling wife. It is 1771 and war is on the horizon.
December 21, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 21, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Diablo II: Lord of Destruction
ESPN MLS ExtraTime 2002
Alchemy
Batman: Vengeance
Codename: Outbreak
Who was the US President on December 21, 2001?
On December 21, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 21, 2001?
On December 21, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 21, 2001?
On December 21, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 21st?
December 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of December. 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 December 21st, such as:
- 2018 - Colombian conflict: a joint military and police operation near tumaco kills walter arizala, an ecuadorian drug dealer and farc dissident. arizala was earlier this year wanted in connection with the assassination of two ecuadorian journalists.
- 2017 - December 2017, melbourne car attack: nineteen victims were injured when a car crashed into pedestrians on the corner of flinders street, elizabeth street, melbourne, australia. the driver was arrested. victoria police believe the incident was a deliberate act, but not terrorist-related.
- 2016 - Terrorism is in indonesia: three indonesian police officers are killed in a gunfight south jakarta following the discovery of a bomb. in connection with alleged involvement in suicide bomb attack plans, fourteen people were arrested.
What happened in 2001?
2001 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sila Calderon is elected the first female Governor for Puerto Rico
- J.P. Morgan changes the name of its company to J.P. Morgan Chase.
- The 107th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Bill Nelson (Democrat-Florida), Tom Carper (Democrat-Delaware), Debbie Stabenow (Democrat-Michigan), John Ensign (Republican-Nevada), George Allen (Republican-Virginia), Maria Cantwell (Democrat-Washington), Ben Nelson (Democrat-Nebraska), Hillary Clinton (Democrat-New York), Jon Corzine (Democrat-New Jersey), Jean Carnahan (Democrat-Missouri), and Mark Dayton (Democrat-Minnesota).
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What was the calendar for December 2001?
December 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.
