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December 31, 2003 was the 365th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is December 31, 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 December 31, 2003, who was born and died on December 31, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lose Yourself by Eminem), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 31, 2003?
- December 31, 2003: What happened on that day?
- December 31, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 31, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 31, 2003?
- December 31, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 31, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
- December 31, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 31, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
- December 31, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 31, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 31, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 31, 2003?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 2003?
- Who was the Pope on December 31, 2003?
What day of the week was December 31, 2003?
December 31, 2003 was a Wednesday and it was the 365th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 31, 2003 can also be written as 12/31/2003 in the US and as 31/12/2003 in UK and Europe.
December 31, 2003: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 31, 2003:
- Taiwan's president chen shuibian signs a law allowing referendums. this is condemned by the people's republic of china.
- Occupation in iraq: five new year revelers were killed when a car bomb explodes outside a high-end baghdad restaurant that is highly regarded by foreign journalists.
- The academy of motion picture arts and sciences sends out nomination ballots, in which it qualifies 254 films that were released in 2003 for oscar consideration.
December 31, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on December 31, 2003:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $40.93
- Apple AAPL: opens at $21.35
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.42
- General Electric GE: opens at $30.63
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $92.66
Exchange Rates on December 31, 2003:
- 1 USD = 107.19 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.2951 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2386 CHF
- 1 EUR = 134.92 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.7044 GBP
December 31, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.
Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn 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 31, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 31, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 31, 2003 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 December 31, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 12:24 pm and setting at 01:47 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 2004.
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Who was born on December 31, 2003?
Famous people born on December 31, 2003:
- Matilda Devries
Pop singer.
- Mamadi Camará
- Emma Chervet
- Erika Fairweather
Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:
![Anthony Hopkins]()
Anthony HopkinsWelch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.
![Tim Matheson]()
Tim MathesonAmerican actor, tv and film star.
![Val Kilmer]()
Val KilmerAmerican actor, writer and musician.
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Ben Kingsley]()
Ben KingsleyAn english actor.
![Sarah Miles]()
Sarah MilesBritish actress, first recognized in u.s.
![Joey McIntyre]()
Joey McIntyreAmerican musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".
![Bebe Neuwirth]()
Bebe NeuwirthAmerican singer, actress, and dancer.
![Joe Dallesandro]()
Joe DallesandroAmerican actor, model, and 'warhol star.
![Barbara Carrera]()
Barbara CarreraNicaraguan model and actress.
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December 31, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 20 years 3 months old,
or 243 months and 25 days old,
or 1060 weeks and 1 day old,
or 7421 days old,
if you were born on December 31, 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 December 31, 2003?
There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 2003?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 31, 2003.
December 31, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 31, 2003:
- Shulamis Hareven
Shulamis Hareven was an acclaimed Israeli novelist known for her works exploring the complexities of Israeli society.
- Rosealie Rendu
French journalist known for her investigative reporting and social commentary.
- Sherrick Sherrick
Sherrick was a renowned American poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
- Seve Nissen
A Danish painter known for his abstract expressionist works.
- Ernie Barkley
Prominent political figure who served in various government positions.
- Arthur R. von Hippel German-American physicist and author (b. 1898)
- Enrique Buenaventura
What famous deaths happened on December 31st?
Famous deaths on December 31st:
![Betty White]()
Betty WhiteAmerican actress.
![James Avery]()
James AveryJames avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.
![Wayne Rogers]()
Wayne RogersWayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.
![Woody Strode]()
Woody StrodeFormer professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.
![Billie Dove]()
Billie DoveAmerican actress (born in 1903).
![Wesley Addy]()
Wesley AddyOmaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).
![Edward Herrmann]()
Edward HerrmannAmerican actor (d. 2014).
![Kader Khan]()
Kader KhanIndian actor (b. 1937).
![William Christopher]()
William ChristopherAmerican actor and singer (d. 2016).
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December 31, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 31, 2003:
- New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
December 31, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 31, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 29th and January 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 31, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 2003 was Lose Yourself by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 31, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Eminem - Lose Yourself
- Missy Misdemeanor Elliott - Work It
- Nelly - Air Force Ones
- Jay-Z - '03 Bonnie & Clyde
- Jennifer Lopez - Jenny From The Block
December 31, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 2003 was Leave Right Now by Will Young, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 31, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Will Young - Leave Right Now
- Girls Aloud - Sound Of The Underground
- Shane Richie - I'm Your Man
- Cheeky Girls - Cheeky Song (Touch My Bum)
- Ozzy & Kelly Osbourne - Changes
December 31, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 2003 was Love Of My Life (An Ode To Hip Hop) by Erykah Badu Featuring Common, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 31, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Erykah Badu Featuring Common - Love Of My Life (An Ode To Hip Hop)
- Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott - Work It
- B2K & P. Diddy - Bump, Bump, Bump
- Nelly Featuring Kyjuan, Ali & Murphy Lee - Air Force Ones
- Aaliyah - Miss You
December 31, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 31, 2003 was El Problema by Ricardo Arjona, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.
December 31, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 31, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Ricardo Arjona - El Problema
- Intocable - Suena
- Enrique Iglesias - Quizas
- Juanes - Es Por Ti
- Jennifer Pena - El Dolor De Tu Presencia
December 31, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 31, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Alexander Payne
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates
Country: United States of America
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
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Dylan Kidd
Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley
Country: United States of America
Solaris
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Steven Soderbergh
Starring: George Clooney, Natascha McElhone, Ulrich Tukur, Viola Davis
Country: United States of America
December 31, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 31, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Life of Pi
By: Yann Martel
Pi Patel is the son of a zookeeper and has a deep understanding of animal behavior. He also loves stories. Pi's family, including their zoo animals, emigrates to North America on a Japanese cargo ship when he is 16.
The Conquerors
By: Michael Beschloss
The Conquerors is a book by one of America's most revered historians. It tells the story of one of America’s most important war stories, World War II. Franklin Roosevelt, Harry, and later Harry were among the Allied soldiers who fought …
Let Freedom Ring
By: Sean Hannity
We Americans face two fundamental questions. First, are we really ready to fight this new war against terrorism and terrorist governments, and win it decisively?
Four Blind Mice
By: James Patterson
Alex Cross, Detective Alex Cross, is on the brink of quitting the D.C. Police force. But he knows that he cannot refuse this case. John Sampson, his partner, has a friend who was framed for murder. He is now facing …
The Christmas Train
By: David Baldacci
Tom Langdon is a tired and cash-strapped journalist who is prohibited from flying after a thorough airport security check causes him to lose control.
December 31, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 31, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
Day of Defeat
American Idol
Battle Engine Aquila
Who was the US President on December 31, 2003?
On December 31, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 2003?
On December 31, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on December 31, 2003?
On December 31, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 31st?
December 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:
- 2018 - Two people are killed and 34 injured in a bomb blast at a busy shopping center in cotabato in the philippines.
- 2017 - A large number fireworks accidentally went off in a barge during a terrigal new year's day celebration, nsw, australia. this caused thousands of people to be evacuated from terrigal by police. the two barges were also damaged.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): december 2016 baghdad bombings: two bomb blasts in baghdad killed at least 27 and injured more than 50 people in the attack on a central baghdad market. (ap),
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 December 2003?
December 2003 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.
