Thursday October 23, 2003: on this day

October 23, 2003 was the 296th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 23, 2003 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 2003, who was born and died on October 23, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Baby Boy by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 2003?


October 23, 2003 was a Thursday and it was the 296th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 2003 can also be written as 10/23/2003 in the US and as 23/10/2003 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 2003 in October 2003 calendar

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October 23, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 2003:

  • Luis a. ferre (third democratically elected governor, puerto rico) dies at the age of 99.
  • Canada: dalton mcguinty, the 24th premier of ontario, is sworn into office.
  • Occupation in iraq: there are signs that the madrid international conference, where pledges to rebuild iraq were made, will be disappointing and e.g. paul bremer seeks lower expectations.
  • United states supreme court: supreme court justice antonin scalia ridicules recent supreme court decision to overturn anti-sodomy laws. scalia, according to reports, used a mocking tone when reading from the court's ruling.
  • Kuwait al arabi football team beat qadsia 2-0 in the kuwait derby.

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October 23, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 23, 2003:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $37.10
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $22.73
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.72
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.35
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $87.60

Exchange Rates on October 23, 2003:

  • 1 USD = 109.56 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.3082 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.3098 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 129.18 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.695 GBP
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October 23, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 2003 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 2003 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 October 23, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:42 am and setting at 05:47 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 10, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Nov 09, 2003.

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Who was born on October 23, 2003?


Famous people born on October 23, 2003:

  • Sophia Gennusa

    Stage actress.

  • Tommaso Fantoma
  • Guga
  • Martin Sorakov
  • Skylar Burke

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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October 23, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 5 months old,

or 245 months and 6 days old,

or 1066 weeks and 1 day old,

or 7463 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 2003.

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 October 23, 2003?

There are 208 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 23, 2003.

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October 23, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 2003:

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Hiroshi Yoshimura

    Pioneering ambient musician and composer in Japan.

  • Tony Capstick

    English actor and singer (b. 1944).

  • Soong Mei-ling

    Chinese wife of chiang kai-shek, 2nd first lady of the republic of china (b. 1898).

  • Bruno Beneck
  • Kevin Magee
  • Eraldo Volontè
  • Mario Cipriani
  • Ivan Dmitriev
  • Jacques Lebrun
  • Song Meiling (宋美龄)

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

  • Shahida Jamal

    Pakistani playback singer known for her melodious voice.

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October 23, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 2003:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 20th and October 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Baby Boy
  2. - Get Low
  3. - Shake Ya Tailfeather
  4. - Stand Up
  5. - Damn!

October 23, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 2003 was Where Is The Love? by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Where Is The Love?
  2. - I Believe In A Thing Called Love
  3. - Sweet Dreams My LA Ex
  4. - Superstar
  5. - White Flag

October 23, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Baby Boy
  2. - Stand Up
  3. - Damn!
  4. - Rain On Me
  5. - Get Low

October 23, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 2003 was Te Necesito by Luis Miguel, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Necesito
  2. - Hoy
  3. - Antes
  4. - Un Siglo Sin Ti
  5. - Nomas Por Tu Culpa

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October 23, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

Phone Booth

Phone Booth

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell

Country: United States of America

Roger Dodger

Roger Dodger

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Dylan Kidd

Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley

Country: United States of America

Solaris

Solaris

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Starring: George Clooney, Natascha McElhone, Ulrich Tukur, Viola Davis

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion

Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Bruce Pittman

Peep Show

Peep Show

Release year: 2003

Written by:

Starring: David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Matt King, Olivia Colman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Arrested Development

Arrested Development

Release year: 2003

Written by:

Starring: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera

Country: United States of America

Star Wars: Clone Wars

Star Wars: Clone Wars

Release year: 2003

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Bushwhacked by Molly Ivins and Lou Dubose

Bushwhacked

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Bushwhacked is a satirical and comical indictment about the policies of President George W. Bush. It chronicles the devastating effects of his administration on those who elected him.

The Teeth Of The Tiger by Tom Clancy

The Teeth Of The Tiger

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Mohammed, a man from Vienna, is about to make a deal with a Colombian. Mohammed has strong connections to sympathizers and agents in Europe and the Middle East. The Colombian has strong drug networks throughout America.

The Pleasure Of My Company by Steve Martin

The Pleasure Of My Company

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Steve Martin's "gifts of subtlety, slyness and intelligence compare to those among the best comic novelists" (People). His latest New York Times bestseller is a witty, tender tour de force.

Blacklist by Sara Paretsky

Blacklist

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Readers love sleuth V.I. Warshawski. She returns with a novel full of secrets and betrayals, spanning four generations. This is American crime fiction at its best.

Stone Cold by Robert B. Parker

Stone Cold

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Tony and Brianna Lincoln have just moved into Paradise. But they're not friendly. These urban thrill-seekers are destroying the neighborhood one after another, with Jesse Stone next.

October 23, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Dakar 2: The World's Ultimate Rally

Dakar 2: The World's Ultimate Rally

Platform: PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Xbox

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Acclaim Entertainment

Active Lancer

Active Lancer

Platform: Mac OS, Mac OS X

Genre: Shoot Em Up

Publisher: Freeverse

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Xbox

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Ubisoft (PC, Xbox) Aspyr (Mac)

Drake of the 99 Dragons

Drake of the 99 Dragons

Platform: Xbox, Windows

Genre: Third-person shooter

Publisher: Majesco Entertainment

Chinese Paladin 3

Chinese Paladin 3

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: RPG

Publisher: Softstar Entertainment Inc. Unistar

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Who was the US President on October 23, 2003?

On October 23, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2003?

On October 23, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 2003?

On October 23, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

Find out more about October 23rd

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What happened in 2003?

2003 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
  • With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
  • All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.

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What was the calendar for October 2003?

October 2003 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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