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May 17, 2000 was the 138th day of the year 2000, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 17, 2000 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 17, 2000, who was born and died on May 17, 2000, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 17, 2000, which were the most popular songs (ex. Maria, Maria by Santana), movies (e.g. Magnolia, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson), TV series (e.g. How Much Do You Love Me?) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 17th, 2000 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 17, 2000?
- May 17, 2000: What happened on that day?
- May 17, 2000: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 17, 2000: What were the main match results that day?
- May 17, 2000: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 17, 2000: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 17, 2000?
- May 17, 2000: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 17, 2000: What famous people died on that day?
- May 17, 2000: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 17, 2000: Number 1 song on that day
- May 17, 2000: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 17, 2000: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 17, 2000: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 17, 2000: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 17, 2000?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2000?
- Who was the Pope on May 17, 2000?
What day of the week was May 17, 2000?
May 17, 2000 was a Wednesday and it was the 138th day of the year 2000 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 17, 2000 can also be written as 5/17/2000 in the US and as 17/5/2000 in UK and Europe.
May 17, 2000: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 17, 2000:
- 13 people were injured by a bomb at glorietta mall, makati city philippines.
- Arsenal and galatasaray fans clash in the 2000 uefa cup final riots in copenhagen
May 17, 2000: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 17, 2000:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $82.00
- Apple AAPL: opens at $103.62
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $68.87
- General Electric GE: opens at $53.75
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $107.50
Exchange Rates on May 17, 2000:
- 1 JPY = 0.61 GBP
- 1 JPY = 1.58 CHF
May 17, 2000: What were the main match results that day?
NBA - American Basketball
- New York Knicks - Miami Heat : 81 - 87
May 17, 2000: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 2000: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 2000 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 17th, 2000 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 17, 2000: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 17, 2000 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 2000 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 17, 2000 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:32 pm and setting at 06:04 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 18, 2000 while the next full moon would come on May 18, 2000.
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Who was born on May 17, 2000?
Famous people born on May 17, 2000:
- Edmund Addo
- Minna Atherton
- Raoul Bellanova
- Nia Clouden
- Andrea Colleluori
- Matěj Kovář
- Kevin Krygård
- Hermenegildo Leite
- Maxime Renaux
- Guille Rosas
Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:
![Dennis Hopper]()
Dennis HopperAmerican actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".
![Adel Imam]()
Adel ImamAdel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.
![Sugar Ray Leonard]()
Sugar Ray LeonardSugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.
![Ross Butler]()
Ross ButlerRoss butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.
![Bob Saget]()
Bob SagetBob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...
![Derek Hough]()
Derek HoughDerek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.
![Leven Rambin]()
Leven RambinLeven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.
![Nikki Reed]()
Nikki ReedNikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.
![Craig Ferguson]()
Craig FergusonScots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.
![Sasha Alexander]()
Sasha AlexanderSasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.
May 17, 2000: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 23 years 11 months old,
or 287 months and 2 days old,
or 1248 weeks and 2 days old,
or 8738 days old,
if you were born on May 17, 2000.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 17, 2000?
There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 2000?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 17, 2000.
May 17, 2000: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 17, 2000:
- Donald Coggan
101st archbishop of canterbury (born 1909).
- Hümeyra Hanımsultan
- Dick Sprang
- Piero Gerlini
What famous deaths happened on May 17th?
Famous deaths on May 17th:
![Frank Gorshin]()
Frank GorshinAmerican actor.
![Edward Hardwicke]()
Edward HardwickeEnglish actor (born 1932).
![Bruce Fairbairn]()
Bruce FairbairnCanadian record producer and musician (born 1949).
![Hugh Burden]()
Hugh BurdenActor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.
![Robert Webber]()
Robert WebberActor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.
- Kyston Williams
Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
- Geovannie Ramirez
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Warda Al-Jazairia
Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...
- Zahki Khan
Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.
- Lyndle Smith
Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.
May 17, 2000: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 17, 2000:
- Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
- Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
- International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
- Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Observances on May 17, 2000:
- UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
- World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Saints celebrated on May 17, 2000:
- Saint Solochon
- Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
- Saint Montanus
- Saint Dietmar
- Saint Pamphamer
- Saint Pamphalon
- Saint Adrian of Alexandria
May 17, 2000: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 17, 2000 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 15th and May 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 17, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 2000 was Maria, Maria by Santana, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 17, 2000: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Santana - Maria, Maria
- Faith Hill - Breathe
- Sisqo - Thong Song
- Toni Braxton - He Wasn't Man Enough
- Macy Gray - I Try
May 17, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 2000 was Bound 4 Da Reload (Casualty) by Oxide & Neutrino, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 17, 2000: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Oxide & Neutrino - Bound 4 Da Reload (Casualty)
- Britney Spears - Oops!... I Did It Again
- Madison Avenue - Don't Call Me Baby
- Fragma - Toca's Miracle
- The Bloodhound Gang - The Bad Touch
May 17, 2000: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 2000 was He Wasn't Man Enough by Toni Braxton, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 17, 2000: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Toni Braxton - He Wasn't Man Enough
- Avant - Separated
- Carl Thomas - I Wish
- Santana Featuring The Product G&B - Maria Maria
- Joe - I Wanna Know
May 17, 2000: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 17, 2000 was A Puro Dolor by Son By Four, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 17, 2000: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 17, 2000 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Son By Four - A Puro Dolor
- Enrique Iglesias - Solo Me Importas Tu [Be With You]
- Alejandro Fernandez - Quiereme
- Los Temerarios - Te Hice Mal
- Cristian - Volver A Amar
May 17, 2000: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 17, 2000 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Magnolia
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson
Starring: Tom Cruise, Jason Robards, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman
Country: United States of America
The Hurricane
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Norman Jewison
Starring: Denzel Washington, Vicellous Shannon, Deborah Kara Unger, Liev Schreiber
Country: United States of America
Anywhere But Here
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Wayne Wang
Starring: Susan Sarandon, Natalie Portman, Hart Bochner, Eileen Ryan
Country: United States of America
High Fidelity
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Stephen Frears
Starring: Jack Black, Tim Robbins, Joan Cusack, Iben Hjejle, John Cusack
Country: United States of America
The Beach
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Danny Boyle
Starring: Guillaume Canet, Tilda Swinton, Leonardo DiCaprio, Virginie Ledoyen, Helene De Fougerolles
Country: United States of America
May 17, 2000: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 17, 2000 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
How Much Do You Love Me?
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Bertrand Blier
Gossip
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Davis Guggenheim
Talk to Me
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Kasi Lemmons
Bruiser
Release year: 2000
Directed by: George A. Romero
Max Steel
Release year: 2000
Directed by: Stewart Hendler
May 17, 2000: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 17, 2000 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Horse Heaven
By: Jane Smiley
#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK"A WISE, SPIRITED NOVEL . . . [IN WHICH] SMILEY PLUMBS THE WONDROUSLYSTRANGE WEALTH OF HORSE RACEING."
The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography
By: Sidney Poitier
"I don't want to be a pontificating fool pretending to have all the answers. I started this book to explore, as an exercise in self-questing.
Harry Potter And The Sorcerer'S Stone
By: J. K. Rowling
Jim Kay, an award-winning illustrator, has fully illustrated the beloved Harry Potter book 1. J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter books will now be available in lavishly illustrated, full-color editions.
Standoff
By: Sandra Brown
Tiel McCoy, a TV reporter, is driving through New Mexico when she overhears that Sabra Dendy (17-year-old daughter to Fort Worth multimillionaire Russell Dendy) has been contacted.
The Heir
By: Johanna Lindsey
Johanna Lindsey's many wonderful gifts, including her fiery characters, her captivating stories, and her clever blending of Passion and wit, are all on full display.
May 17, 2000: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 17, 2000 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Dynamite Slugger
Beatmania IIDX 4th Style
Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX
18 Wheeler: American Pro Trucker
The ClueFinders Search and Solve Adventures
Who was the US President on May 17, 2000?
On May 17, 2000 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 17, 2000?
On May 17, 2000 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 17, 2000?
On May 17, 2000 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 17th?
May 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2019 - Canada-united states relations, mexico-united states relations: the united states lifted tariffs on steel from canada and mexico.
- 2018 - International military intervention against isil. denmark announces partial withdrawal of its special forces in iraq after the fall of isil.
- 2017 - Bundu dia kongo supporters free their leader and 50 others with an attack on makala prison in kinshasa (democratic republic of the congo).
What happened in 2000?
2000 was filled with very interesting events such as
- As many experts and businesses feared, Y2K does not result in widespread, serious computer failures.
- Alan Greenspan has been nominated to serve a fourth term in the role of Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve.
- America Online announced it has purchased Time Warner in a stock-trade transaction valued at $160 Billion, making it the largest corporate acquisition in history. AOL Time Warner will be the new company. Its combined value is $350 billion.
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What was the calendar for May 2000?
May 2000 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.
