Wednesday August 22, 2001: on this day

August 22, 2001 was the 234th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is August 22, 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 August 22, 2001, who was born and died on August 22, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. Fallin' by Alicia Keys), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Being Eve) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 22, 2001?


August 22, 2001 was a Wednesday and it was the 234th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 2001 can also be written as 8/22/2001 in the US and as 22/8/2001 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 2001 in August 2001 calendar

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August 22, 2001: What happened on that day?


August 22, 2001: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 22, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 22, 2001:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $40.85
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $17.94
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $61.13
  • General Electric GE: opens at $40.55
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $102.50

Exchange Rates on August 22, 2001:

  • 1 USD = 120.43 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5429 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.664 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 110.12 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6308 GBP

August 22, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Blackburn - Man United : 2 - 2
  • Fulham - Sunderland : 2 - 0

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

  • For Sittard - Graafschap : 2 - 1
  • Groningen - Willem II : 1 - 0
  • Nijmegen - Waalwijk : 1 - 0
  • PSV Eindhoven - Den Bosch : 3 - 2
  • Roda JC - Feyenoord : 0 - 2
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August 22, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 22, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 22, 2001 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 August 22, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 21% full, rising at 10:16 am and setting at 10:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 04, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Sep 02, 2001.

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Who was born on August 22, 2001?


Famous people born on August 22, 2001:

  • LaMelo Ball

    Professional basketball player known for his skills and talent.

  • Lamelo

    Professional basketball player known for his skills and talent.

  • Alekss Krasts
  • Luciano Olaizola
  • Mateusz Bogusz

Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:

  • Dua Lipa
    Dua Lipa

    Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.

  • James Corden
    James Corden

    James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.

  • Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig

    Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Tori Amos
    Tori Amos

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rodrigo Santoro
    Rodrigo Santoro

    Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.

  • Richard Armitage
    Richard Armitage

    Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.

  • Ray Bradbury
    Ray Bradbury

    American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Leni Riefenstahl
    Leni Riefenstahl

    Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.

  • Micheline Presle
    Micheline Presle

    French actress on film/stage/tv, 1939.

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August 22, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 6 months old,

or 270 months and 26 days old,

or 1177 weeks and 6 days old,

or 8245 days old,

if you were born on August 22, 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 August 22, 2001?

There are 156 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 22, 2001.

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August 22, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 22, 2001:

  • Bernard Heuvelmans
  • John Anderson
  • Tat'jana Averina
  • Bobby Johnstone
  • Woody Pitzer
  • Luís Carlos Vinhas
  • Jean Séphériades
  • Mauro Bicicli
  • José María de Azcárate Ristori

What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?

Famous deaths on August 22nd:

  • Colleen Dewhurst
    Colleen Dewhurst

    Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.

  • Sebastian Cabot
    Sebastian Cabot

    Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).

  • Dorotea Mackiewicz

    Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.

  • Laurelyn Joyner

    Set multiple world records in long jump.

  • Fayne Blackwood

    Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...

  • Arwilda Wimmer

    American actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Yarrow

    Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.

  • Maridee Clark

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.

  • Jackob Bronowski

    Polish-British mathematician known for his contributions to the history of science.

  • Michael Collins

    Irish rebel, counter-intelligence and military tactician, and politician; 2nd irish minister of finance (b. 1890).

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August 22, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 22, 2001:

  • RC feasts - Mary queen of angels

Observances on August 22, 2001:

  • International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
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August 22, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 22, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 22, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 2001 was Fallin' by Alicia Keys, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 22, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Fallin' youtube
  2. - I'm Real
  3. - Let Me Blow Ya Mind
  4. - Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)
  5. - U Remind Me youtube

August 22, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 2001 was Eternal Flame by Atomic Kitten, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 22, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Eternal Flame
  2. - Eternity / The Road To Mandalay
  3. - 21 Seconds
  4. - Castles In The Sky
  5. - Let's Dance

August 22, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 2001 was Fallin' by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 22, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Fallin' youtube
  2. - Where The Party At
  3. - Contagious
  4. - U Remind Me youtube
  5. - I'm Real

August 22, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 2001 was Azul by Cristian, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 22, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Azul
  2. - Como Se Cura Una Herida
  3. - O Me Voy O Te Vas
  4. - Como Olvidar
  5. - Me Vas A Extranar

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August 22, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 22, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Tigerland

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

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

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

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

Drowning Mona

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nick Gomez

Starring: Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Neve Campbell, Jamie Lee Curtis

Country: United States of America

August 22, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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:

Being Eve

Being Eve

Release year: 2001

Manhunt

Manhunt

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Greg Barker

All About Us

All About Us

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Christine Swanson

Cruel Summer

Cruel Summer

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Phillip Escott

Life as We Know It

Life as We Know It

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Greg Berlanti

August 22, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 22, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

It'S Not About The Bike by Lance Armstrong with Sally Jenkins

It'S Not About The Bike

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The cyclist who is a world champion recounts his battle with cancer, the difficult treatments he had to endure, his triumph in 1999 Tour de France and the birth of his son.

Cane River by Lalita Tademy

Cane River

By:

The New York Times Bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club Pick-the remarkable and deeply moving story of four generations African-American women who journey from slavery to freedom on a Louisiana Creole plantation.

Ghost Soldiers by Hampton Sides

Ghost Soldiers

By:

On January 28, 1945, 121 carefully selected U.S. soldiers slipped behind enemy lines into the Philippines. Their mission was to march thirty miles in order to rescue 513 prisoners of war (POWs) who were trapped in an awful camp.

Fatal Voyage by Kathy Reichs

Fatal Voyage

By:

"CSI: Crime Scene Investigation fans should be in heaven" (People) - Welcome to the world of Dr. Temperance Brennan, forensic anthropologist and star of Kathy Reichs' authentic bestsellers.

The Woman Next Door by Barbara Delinsky

The Woman Next Door

By:

Barbara Delinsky, bestselling author in New York Times, paints a fascinating portrait of every marriage's secrets in this sharp-eyed novel that is full of suspense.

August 22, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 22, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

ESPN X Games Skateboarding

ESPN X Games Skateboarding

Platform: PlayStation 2, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Konami

Cosmic Smash

Cosmic Smash

Platform: Arcade, Dreamcast

Genre: Sports (Squash)

Publisher: Sega

Age of Sail II

Age of Sail II

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time tactics

Publisher: TalonSoft

Driven

Driven

Platform: Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Racing game

Publisher: BAM! Entertainment

Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal

Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal

Platform: Windows, Macintosh

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Black Isle Studios Interplay Entertainment

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Who was the US President on August 22, 2001?

On August 22, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2001?

On August 22, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 22, 2001?

On August 22, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 22nd?

August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
  • 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),

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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 August 2001?

August 2001 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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