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August 17, 2003 was the 229th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 17, 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 August 17, 2003, who was born and died on August 17, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy In Love by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Wild Card) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 17, 2003?
- August 17, 2003: What happened on that day?
- August 17, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 17, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 17, 2003?
- August 17, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 17, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
- August 17, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 17, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
- August 17, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 17, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 17, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 17, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 17, 2003?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2003?
- Who was the Pope on August 17, 2003?
What day of the week was August 17, 2003?
August 17, 2003 was a Sunday and it was the 229th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 17, 2003 can also be written as 8/17/2003 in the US and as 17/8/2003 in UK and Europe.
August 17, 2003: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 17, 2003:
- Investigators believe that the major blackout started in ohio. firstenergy corporation (which services ohio residents) released a statement saturday stating that three of its transmission cables tripped at unit 5 at their eastlake plant hours prior to the blackout and could have been the cause.
- Terrorists fired again on children in gorazdevac near pec. this time they were in the middle of the village. this incident took place just four days after the last.
- Saboteurs are responsible for a series explosions that have damaged the oil and water pipelines of iraq.
- After 14 years of commercial whaling being stopped in 1989, iceland has resumed whaling. it has announced that 38 minke whales will be hunted for research purposes on the effects of the whales on fish stocks.
- Canada: hermenegilde chretien recommends hermenegilde chiasson to be appointed lieutenant governor for new brunswick.
- Mazen dana, a palestinian cameraman for reuters, was shot and killed by a coalition tank crew while filming around abu ghraib prison after a mortar attack. the tank crew mistakenly thought the camera was a grenade launcher.
August 17, 2003: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Bergen - Mouscron : 3 - 3
- Cercle Brugge - Club Brugge : 0 - 2
- Standard - Lokeren : 1 - 0
Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)
- Schalke 04 - FC Koln : 2 - 1
- Wolfsburg - Hamburg : 5 - 1
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Bielefeld - Ahlen : 3 - 0
- Burghausen - Osnabruck : 4 - 1
- Cottbus - Aachen : 3 - 1
- Duisburg - Regensburg : 2 - 2
- Greuther Furth - Ein Trier : 4 - 2
Le Championnat - Football (France)
- Lens - Marseille : 2 - 1
August 17, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th 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 17, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 17th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 17, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 17, 2003 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 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 August 17, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 62% full, rising at 10:19 pm and setting at 12:33 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 12, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Sep 10, 2003.
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Who was born on August 17, 2003?
Famous people born on August 17, 2003:
- Nastasja Schunk
German tennis player.
- The Kid Laroi
Australian rapper and songwriter.
- Melchie Dumornay
- Shin'ya Nakano
- Fredrik Sjøvold
- Riku Yamane
Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:
![Robert De Niro]()
Robert De NiroAmerican actor, director, and businessman.
![Sean Penn]()
Sean PennAmerican actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).
![Donnie Wahlberg]()
Donnie WahlbergAmerican musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.
![Belinda Carlisle]()
Belinda CarlisleAmerican musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...
![Yû Aoi]()
Yû AoiYû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.
![Austin Butler]()
Austin ButlerAustin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.
![Maureen O'Hara]()
Maureen O'HaraAn irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.
![Brady Corbet]()
Brady CorbetBrady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.
![Helen McCrory]()
Helen McCroryBritish actress (b. 1968).
![Julian Fellowes]()
Julian FellowesEnglish actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.
August 17, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 20 years 8 months old,
or 248 months and 2 days old,
or 1078 weeks and 5 days old,
or 7551 days old,
if you were born on August 17, 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 August 17, 2003?
There are 120 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 2003?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 17, 2003.
August 17, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 17, 2003:
- Franco Jamonte
- Jack Grech
- Paulo de Carvalho Neto
- Roland Giguère
What famous deaths happened on August 17th?
Famous deaths on August 17th:
![Billy Murray]()
Billy MurraySinger (denver nightengale), dies at 77.
![Pearl Bailey]()
Pearl BaileyAmerican entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.
![Vivian Vance]()
Vivian VanceBeloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.
![Yvonne Craig]()
Yvonne CraigYvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.
![Richard Barthelmess]()
Richard BarthelmessActor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.
- Draydon Carter
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
- Pandit Jasraj
Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
- Odai Barakat
Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Liviya Gershwin
Liviya Gershwin was an American composer and lyricist who collaborated with her brother, George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.
- Azaylea Frost
Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.
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August 17, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 17, 2003:
- Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
- Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
August 17, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 17, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 11th and August 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 17, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 17, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Beyonce - Crazy In Love
- Chingy - Right Thurr
- Lumidee - Never Leave You - Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh!
- 50 Cent - P.I.M.P.
- Ashanti - Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)
August 17, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 2003 was Breathe by Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 17, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul - Breathe
- Daniel Bedingfield - Never Gonna Leave Your Side
- Lumidee - Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh)
- Ultrabeat - Pretty Green Eyes
- Beyonce - Crazy In Love
August 17, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 2003 was Frontin' by Pharrell Featuring Jay-Z, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 17, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Pharrell Featuring Jay-Z - Frontin'
- Beyonce Featuring Jay Z - Crazy In Love
- 50 Cent - P.I.M.P.
- Ginuwine - In Those Jeans
- Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Ying Yang Twins - Get Low
August 17, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 17, 2003 was Fotografia by Juanes With Nelly Furtado, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 11th and August 17th.
August 17, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 17, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 11th and August 17th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Juanes With Nelly Furtado - Fotografia
- Marco Antonio Solis - Tu Amor O Tu Desprecio
- Chayanne - Un Siglo Sin Ti
- Conjunto Primavera - Actos De Un Tonto
- Ricky Martin - Tal Vez
August 17, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 17, 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
Lost in Translation
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Sofia Coppola
Starring: Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Giovanni Ribisi, Anna Faris
Country: United States of America
Love Me If You Dare
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Yann Samuell
Starring: Guillaume Canet, Marion Cotillard, Thibault Verhaeghe, Joséphine Lebas-Joly
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
August 17, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 17, 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:
Wild Card
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Simon West
Deal or No Deal
Release year: 2003
Alienated
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Brian Ackley
Saaya
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Anurag Basu
Monster House
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Gil Kenan
August 17, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 17, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Sleeping With The Devil
By: Robert Baer
"Saudi Arabia has become more and more irrational--a place which spawns global terrorist acts, but also succumbs to an old and deep-seated isolationism, a monarch led by a king
Exit Wounds
By: J. A. Jance
A small area of the Southwest has been ravaged by extreme desert heat. One body is found dead in an unoccupied trailer. It is surrounded by 17 others.
Naked Empire
By: Terry Goodkind
Terry Goodkind's fantasy novels have delighted millions of readers around the world, starting with Wizard's First Rule. Then moving on to six more masterpieces.
The Lovely Bones
By: Alice Sebold
We meet Susie Salmon at 14 years old, and she is already in heaven. She tells us that this was before public service announcements and milk carton photos. In 1973, when Susie disappeared mysteriously, people believed these things didn’t happen.
The Teammates
By: David Halberstam
David Halberstam, who died six years ago, is still a respected journalist and an authority on American history and American life in the decades since WWII.
August 17, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 17, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Chaser
Dynasty Tactics 2
Conspiracies
Ed, Edd n Eddy: Jawbreakers!
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Wrath of the Darkhul King
Who was the US President on August 17, 2003?
On August 17, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2003?
On August 17, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 17, 2003?
On August 17, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 17th?
August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
- 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
- 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).
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 August 2003?
August 2003 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.
