Sunday May 06, 2001: on this day

May 06, 2001 was the 126th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 06, 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 May 06, 2001, who was born and died on May 06, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 06, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. All For You by Janet), movies (e.g. Moulin Rouge!, directed by Baz Luhrmann), TV series (e.g. Dismissed) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 6th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 06, 2001?


May 06, 2001 was a Sunday and it was the 126th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 06, 2001 can also be written as 5/6/2001 in the US and as 6/5/2001 in UK and Europe.

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May 06, 2001: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 06, 2001:

  • Pope john paul ii enters a mosque as the first pope during a trip to syria.
  • During a trip to syria, pope john paul ii becomes the first pope to enter a mosque.

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May 06, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 06, 2001:

  • 1 EUR = 1.3701 CAD
  • 1 GBP = 2.7713 AUD
  • 1 GBP = 2.2088 CAD

May 06, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Charlotte Hornets - Milwaukee Bucks : 92 - 104
  • Sacramento Kings - Los Angeles Lakers : 105 - 108
  • Toronto Raptors - Philadelphia 76ers : 96 - 93

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Inter - Atalanta : 3 - 0
  • Juventus - Roma : 2 - 2
  • Lazio - Bari : 2 - 0
  • Parma - Napoli : 4 - 0
  • Perugia - Milan : 2 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Aalst - Charleroi : 4 - 0
  • Westerlo - Harelbeke : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Freiburg - Hertha : 1 - 0
  • Werder Bremen - Unterhaching : 0 - 0
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May 06, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 6th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 06, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 06, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Snake personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on May 6th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 06, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 06, 2001 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 06, 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 May 06, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:03 pm and setting at 06:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 08, 2001 while the next full moon would come on May 07, 2001.

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Who was born on May 06, 2001?


Famous people born on May 06, 2001:

  • Yumin Abbadini
  • Umaro Embaló
  • Ethan Erhahon
  • Kornelius Normann Hansen
  • Claudia Wenger
  • Gabriel Lheman Xavier
  • Brahim Moumou
  • Joshua Sturm

Whose famous birthday is on May 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 6th:

  • George Clooney
    George Clooney

    American actor who has been nominated for several annual best-dressed and most stylish, most eligible, and sexiest men alive lists.

  • Bob Seger
    Bob Seger

    American rock and roll guitarist, singer and pianist.

  • Shahana Goswami
    Shahana Goswami

    Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films and also an entrepreneur.

  • Tony Blair
    Tony Blair

    British politician who was elected prime minister on the 5th of january 1997.

  • Christian Clavier
    Christian Clavier

    His brother sta(c),phane, a french actor is a film director.

  • Anne Parillaud
    Anne Parillaud

    French actress who has appeared in over 30 films since 1977.

  • Richard E. Grant
    Richard E. Grant

    Richard e. grant is a british actor known for his roles in films such as withnail and i, and can you ever forgive me?.

  • Gabourey Sidibe
    Gabourey Sidibe

    Gabourey sidibe is an american actress known for her breakout role in the film precious, for which she received an academy award nomination.

  • Stewart Granger
    Stewart Granger

    Tall, dark, and debonair, this british actor was a major adventure star in the 1950s.

  • Tom Bergeron
    Tom Bergeron

    Bergeron, an american game host, began his career as a disc jockey at a local radio station.

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May 06, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 11 months old,

or 275 months and 10 days old,

or 1197 weeks and 2 days old,

or 8381 days old,

if you were born on May 06, 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 May 06, 2001?

There are 20 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 6th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 06, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 06, 2001.

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May 06, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 06, 2001:

  • Cecil Price
  • Zoltán Nemere
  • René Bondoux

What famous deaths happened on May 6th?

Famous deaths on May 6th:

  • Marlene Dietrich
    Marlene Dietrich

    German-american singer and actress who enjoyed 62 years of international success as a screen goddess in american and german films.

  • Charles Farrell
    Charles Farrell

    Cape cod, massachusetts -- actor ("vern-my little margie").

  • Ann Todd
    Ann Todd

    Actress (things to come danny boy), suffers a stroke at the age of 84.

  • Monty Woolley
    Monty Woolley

    American actor known for his role in 'The Man Who Came to Dinner.

  • Virginia Capers
    Virginia Capers

    Sumter, south carolina -- actress.

  • Wilfrid Hyde-White
    Wilfrid Hyde-White

    England, united kingdom -- actor (my fair lady, peyton place).

  • Helene Weigel
    Helene Weigel

    At 70, a german/austrian actress (metropolis) dies.

  • Kadden Thoreau

    Kadden Thoreau was an American naturalist, essayist, and philosopher who is best known for his work 'Walden' and his advocacy of civil...

  • Shaeleigh Thoreau

    Shaeleigh Thoreau was an American writer, philosopher, and naturalist who is best known for his book 'Walden'.

  • Ayriel Thoreau

    Ayriel Thoreau was a Transcendentalist poet known for her nature-inspired works and her advocacy for social and environmental causes.

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May 06, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 06, 2001:

  • Sinaites of Serbia
  • New Martyr Demetrios of the Peloponnesus (d. 1803)
  • Seraphim the Struggler of Mt. Domvu
  • Micah of Radonezh
  • New Martyr Elias Ardunis
  • Righteous Job the Long-suffering (OT)
  • Barbarus the soldier, with Bacchus, Callimachus and Dionysios
  • Barbaros the Robber in Thessaly
  • Blessed Prudentia

Saints celebrated on May 06, 2001:

  • Saint Justus
  • Saint Benedicta of Rome
  • Saint Dominic Savio, patron saint of studying youth
  • Saint Lucius
  • Saint John in the Oil
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May 06, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 06, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 30th and May 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 06, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 06, 2001 was All For You by Janet, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 06, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - All For You
  2. - Survivor
  3. - Thankyou
  4. - Hanging By A Moment
  5. - Ride Wit Me

May 06, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 06, 2001 was Don't Stop Movin' by S Club 7, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 06, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Stop Movin'
  2. - It's Raining Men
  3. - Out Of Reach
  4. - Survivor
  5. - Cold As Ice

May 06, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 06, 2001 was Missing You by Case, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 06, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Missing You
  2. - All For You
  3. - Heard It All Before
  4. - Love
  5. - Get Ur Freak On

May 06, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 06, 2001 was Quiero by Jerry Rivera, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

May 06, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 06, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 30th and May 6th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Quiero
  2. - Solo Quiero Amarte
  3. - Abrazame Muy Fuerte
  4. - Y Llegaste Tu
  5. - No Te Podias Quedar

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May 06, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 06, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moulin Rouge!

Moulin Rouge!

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Baz Luhrmann

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent

Country: United States of America

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

CQ

CQ

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Roman Coppola

Starring: Jeremy Davies, Angela Lindvall, Élodie Bouchez, Gérard Depardieu

Country: United States of America

May 06, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 06, 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:

Dismissed

Dismissed

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Benjamin Arfmann

Trailer Park Boys

Trailer Park Boys

Release year: 2001

Written by:

Starring: John Paul Tremblay, Robb Wells, Mike Smith, John Dunsworth

Country: Canada

Dog Eat Dog

Dog Eat Dog

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Soledad

Soledad

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Eduardo Maytorena

Texas Justice

Texas Justice

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Dick Lowry

May 06, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 06, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Dragons Of A Lost Star by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman

Dragons Of A Lost Star

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Krynn is held captive by a mysterious force. Protected by her regiment dark-armored knights she calls on the power of an unknown god for victory in her army

The Villa by Nora Roberts

The Villa

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#1 New York Times Bestseller Nora Roberts exposes the secrets of a proud family in this heartfelt tale about two Napa Valley rivals. Sophia Giambelli, PR executive, loves her job and never worries about competition.

Death In Holy Orders by P. D. James

Death In Holy Orders

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The award-winning author of literary crime fiction presents a classic work that is rich in psychological insight and tension. A small college for theological studies clings to a crumbling coastline.

The Art Of Happiness by the Dalai Lama and Howard C. Cutler

The Art Of Happiness

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The Art of Happiness is a book that explores the topic of work, career and how to find the ultimate happiness at work.

Potshot by Robert B. Parker

Potshot

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A band of murderous marauders is under siege in Potshot, Arizona. The law cannot stop them.

May 06, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 06, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Endonesia

Endonesia

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: adventure

Publisher: Enix

Forever Kingdom

Forever Kingdom

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Action role-playing game

Publisher: JP FromSoftware; NA Agetec

Black & White

Black & White

Platform: Mac OS, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Simulation, god game

Publisher: EA Games, Feral Interactive (Mac), Sold-Out Software

Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura

Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Sierra Entertainment

Cruis'n Velocity

Cruis'n Velocity

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Midway Games

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Who was the US President on May 06, 2001?

On May 06, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 06, 2001?

On May 06, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 06, 2001?

On May 06, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 6th?

May 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th day of the month of May. 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 May 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - After six days of intense airstrikes in the area, the syrian arab army launched a ground offensive against hts-held areas in northern hama (and southern idlib) and nfl-held territories.
  • 2018 - Three palestinian men were killed and two more injured by the israel defense forces (idf), who opened fire on them. they were trying to undermine the israeli-gazan border fencing. a hamas outpost close to the border was also attacked by the idf, who claimed that it was used to launch incendiary kitses and other objects to try to burn israeli fields.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present). pope francis condemns the u.s. military’s largest non-nuclear explosive, the mother of all bombs. he says that the term "mother" should be avoided when referring to a deadly weapon.

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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 May 2001?

May 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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Sunday May 6, 2001