Wednesday October 24, 2001: on this day

October 24, 2001 was the 297th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is October 24, 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 October 24, 2001, who was born and died on October 24, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 24, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. I'm Real by Jennifer Lopez), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Sitting Ducks) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 24th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 24, 2001?


October 24, 2001 was a Wednesday and it was the 297th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 24, 2001 can also be written as 10/24/2001 in the US and as 24/10/2001 in UK and Europe.

October 24, 2001 in October 2001 calendar

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October 24, 2001: What happened on that day?


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October 24, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 24, 2001:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $40.54
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $18.06
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $60.50
  • General Electric GE: opens at $37.28
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $106.50

Exchange Rates on October 24, 2001:

  • 1 USD = 122.86 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5732 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.6567 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 109.74 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6254 GBP

October 24, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Wasquehal - Martigues : 2 - 1

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Crewe - Stockport : 0 - 0
  • Sheffield Weds - Barnsley : 3 - 1
  • Wimbledon - Coventry : 0 - 1

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Port Vale - Cardiff : 0 - 2
  • Swindon - Cambridge : 2 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Aston Villa - Charlton : 1 - 0
  • Southampton - Ipswich : 3 - 3
  • West Ham - Chelsea : 2 - 1
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October 24, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 24th 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 24, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 24, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on October 24th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 24, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 24, 2001 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 24, 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 October 24, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 60% full, rising at 02:49 pm and setting at 12:35 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 02, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Nov 01, 2001.

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Who was born on October 24, 2001?


Famous people born on October 24, 2001:

  • Mason Grammer

    American family, camille grammer, 33, and kelsey grammer, 33, have a daughter.

  • Celin Bizet Ildhusøy
  • Jack Lahne
  • Leonardo Menjívar
  • Wang Zongyuan

Whose famous birthday is on October 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 24th:

  • Kevin Kline
    Kevin Kline

    American actor and director.

  • Gilbert Bécaud
    Gilbert Bécaud

    He was a french singer-songwriter who wrote french songs like "what now my love?" "je t'appartiens", which was renamed by the everly...

  • Jean-Claude Pascal
    Jean-Claude Pascal

    French actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.

  • Martin Campbell
    Martin Campbell

    New zealand producer and director.

  • Mallika Sherawat
    Mallika Sherawat

    Mallika sherawat is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her bold and outspoken personality.

  • Tim Pocock
    Tim Pocock

    Tim pocock is an australian tv actor known for his role as a young scott summers in the film x-men origins: wolverine.

  • Gilda Gray
    Gilda Gray

    Polish-american actress, singer, and dancer (d. 1959).

  • Sammy Petrillo
    Sammy Petrillo

    American actor (d. 2009).

  • Tom Fletcher
    Tom Fletcher

    Nfl defensive safety (seattle seahawks).

  • Natalie Anderson
    Natalie Anderson

    Tv actress.

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October 24, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 6 months old,

or 270 months and 3 days old,

or 1174 weeks and 3 days old,

or 8221 days old,

if you were born on October 24, 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 October 24, 2001?

There are 181 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 24, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 24, 2001.

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October 24, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 24, 2001:

  • Lafayette Antoine

    French painter known for his abstract and surrealist works.

  • Kathleen Ankers

    American actress and set designer (b. 1919).

  • Wolf Rüdiger Hess

    German author and critic (b. 1937).

  • Jaromil Jireš

    Czech screenwriter and director (d. 2001).

  • Seishiro Shimatani
  • Stephen Wurm
  • Guy Schoeller

What famous deaths happened on October 24th?

Famous deaths on October 24th:

  • Raul Julia
    Raul Julia

    Raul Julia was a Puerto Rican actor known for his roles in films like 'The Addams Family' and 'Kiss of the Spider Woman.

  • Maureen O'Hara
    Maureen O'Hara

    An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Anita Björk
    Anita Björk

    Swedish actress (b. 1923).

  • Robert Guillaume
    Robert Guillaume

    American television and musical stage actor.

  • Marcia Strassman
    Marcia Strassman

    American singer and actress (d. 2014).

  • Peggy Moran
    Peggy Moran

    American singer and actress (d. 2002).

  • Leslie Jordan
    Leslie Jordan

    American actor, comedian, writer and singer (d. 2022).

  • Claire Windsor
    Claire Windsor

    American actress (born 1897).

  • Ana Bertha Lepe
    Ana Bertha Lepe

    Mexican model and actress (b. 1934).

  • John McCarthy

    Considered the father of artificial intelligence, he invented the Lisp programming language.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 24th

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October 24, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 24, 2001:

  • Also see October 24 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • In The Fellowship of the Ring, by J.R.R. Tolkien, the date is mentioned to Frodo Baggins by Gandalf upon his waking in Rivendell.
  • Discordianism - Maladay
  • Zambia - Independence Day (1964)
  • R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Antonio Maria Claret
  • United Nations Day (charter 1945)

Observances on October 24, 2001:

  • Global Media and Information Literacy Week, 24-31 October
  • United Nations Day
  • World Development Information Day
  • Disarmament Week, 24-30 October
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October 24, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 24, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 22nd and October 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 24, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 24, 2001 was I'm Real by Jennifer Lopez, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

October 24, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'm Real
  2. - Fallin' youtube
  3. - Family Affair youtube
  4. - Differences
  5. - Where The Party At

October 24, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 24, 2001 was Can't Get You Out Of My Head by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

October 24, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Get You Out Of My Head
  2. - Hey Baby
  3. - What Would You Do
  4. - Chain Reaction / One For Sorrow
  5. - Because I Got High

October 24, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 24, 2001 was Differences by Ginuwine, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

October 24, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Differences
  2. - Family Affair youtube
  3. - Rock The Boat
  4. - Livin' It Up
  5. - U Got It Bad youtube

October 24, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 24, 2001 was Suerte [Whenever, Wherever] by Shakira, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

October 24, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 24, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
  2. - Heroe
  3. - Tantita Pena
  4. - No Me Conoces Aun
  5. - O Me Voy O Te Vas

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October 24, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 24, 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

The One

The One

Release year: 2001

Directed by: James Wong

Starring: Jet Li, Carla Gugino, Delroy Lindo, Jason Statham

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

October 24, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 24, 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:

Sitting Ducks

Sitting Ducks

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Henry Jaglom

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

October 24, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 24, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Mitford Snowmen by Jan Karon

The Mitford Snowmen

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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.

War In A Time Of Peace by David Halberstam

War In A Time Of Peace

By:

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Halberstam documents Washington politics and foreign policies in post Cold War America.

Separation Of Power by Vince Flynn

Separation Of Power

By:

This riveting thriller by Mitch Rapp, #1 New York Times bestseller author Vince Flynn's The Third Option is a follow-up to his bestselling novel The Third Option (Booklist).

The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen

The Corrections

By:

Enid Lambert was awarded the 2001 National Book Award in Fiction. After almost fifty years of being a mother and wife, Enid is ready for some fun. Alfred, her husband is suffering from Parkinson's disease and Enid Lambert's children are …

Isle Of Dogs by Patricia Cornwell

Isle Of Dogs

By:

Patricia Cornwell's novel of big-city cops has elevated this genre to new heights. With this #1 New York Times bestseller, she surpasses herself with a humorous tale about life behind the blue walls.

October 24, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 24, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Cameron Files: Secret at Loch Ness

The Cameron Files: Secret at Loch Ness

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Publisher: Wanadoo Edition (EU) DreamCatcher Interactive (NA)

Capcom vs. SNK 2

Capcom vs. SNK 2

Platform: Arcade, Dreamcast, PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, PlayStation Network

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Sega

Flower, Sun, and Rain

Flower, Sun, and Rain

Platform: PlayStation 2 Nintendo DS

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: JP Victor Interactive Software; JP Marvelous Entertainment; EU Rising Star Games; NA Marvelous Entertainment USA

Chee-Chai Alien

Chee-Chai Alien

Platform: Game Boy Color

Genre: Action

Publisher: Creatures, Inc.

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 October 24, 2001?

On October 24, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 24, 2001?

On October 24, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 24, 2001?

On October 24, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 24th?

October 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 sulawesi tsunami and earthquake: officials lower the death toll from the tsunami and earthquake of september 28, 2018, to 2,256, 10,679, and 1,075 respectively.
  • 2017 - Germany's terror: german police raid suspected islamist militants to find weapons and ammunition.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: isil recaptures ar-rutbah in western iraq, where it had previously withdrawn from in may.

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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 October 2001?

October 2001 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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