Wednesday December 20, 2000: on this day

December 20, 2000 was the 355th day of the year 2000, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is December 20, 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 December 20, 2000, who was born and died on December 20, 2000, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 20, 2000, which were the most popular songs (ex. Independent Women Part I by Destiny's Child), movies (e.g. Magnolia, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson), TV series (e.g. Canada: A People'S History) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 20th, 2000 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 20, 2000?


December 20, 2000 was a Wednesday and it was the 355th day of the year 2000 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 20, 2000 can also be written as 12/20/2000 in the US and as 20/12/2000 in UK and Europe.

December 20, 2000 in December 2000 calendar

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December 20, 2000: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 20, 2000:

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December 20, 2000: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 20, 2000:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $87.25
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $13.78
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $42.81
  • General Electric GE: opens at $48.56
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $85.87

Exchange Rates on December 20, 2000:

  • 1 USD = 112.71 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 102.64 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6207 GBP
  • 1 EUR = 1.6426 AUD
  • 1 EUR = 1.5219 CHF

December 20, 2000: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Cleveland Cavaliers - San Antonio Spurs : 77 - 94
  • Detroit Pistons - Denver Nuggets : 106 - 108
  • Miami Heat - Charlotte Hornets : 56 - 65
  • Minnesota Timberwolves - Los Angeles Clippers : 96 - 103
  • New Jersey Nets - Boston Celtics : 86 - 99

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - St Truiden : 3 - 2
  • Antwerp - Westerlo : 1 - 3
  • Charleroi - Beveren : 5 - 0
  • Genk - Mechelen : 3 - 1
  • Germinal - Mouscron : 4 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Unterhaching - Werder Bremen : 0 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Bilbao - Valencia : 1 - 1
  • Barcelona - Alaves : 3 - 2
  • La Coruna - Oviedo : 3 - 0
  • Las Palmas - Osasuna : 3 - 2
  • Malaga - Sociedad : 3 - 0
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December 20, 2000: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 20th is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius 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 20, 2000: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 20, 2000 is Dragon and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on December 20th, 2000 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 20, 2000: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 20, 2000 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 20, 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 December 20, 2000 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 02:04 am and setting at 02:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 11, 2000 while the next full moon would come on Jan 09, 2001.

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Who was born on December 20, 2000?


Famous people born on December 20, 2000:

  • Ludovica Cavalli
  • Luca Conti
  • Giannīs-Foivos Mpotos

Whose famous birthday is on December 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 20th:

  • Jaydy Michel
    Jaydy Michel

    Mexican actress known for her work in telenovelas.

  • Jonah Hill
    Jonah Hill

    American actor known for his roles in comedy films.

  • Bob Morley
    Bob Morley

    Actor.

  • Alain de Botton
    Alain de Botton

    Swiss-english philosopher, author.

  • Jenny Agutter
    Jenny Agutter

    British actress known for her roles in 'Logan's Run' and 'An American Werewolf in London'.

  • Nicole de Boer
    Nicole de Boer

    Canadian actress.

  • David Cook
    David Cook

    American singer, winner on american idol.

  • John Hillerman
    John Hillerman

    American actor, stage and film.

  • Audrey Totter
    Audrey Totter

    Joliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).

  • George Roy Hill
    George Roy Hill

    American film director (born in 1922).

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December 20, 2000: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 23 years 3 months old,

or 279 months and 8 days old,

or 1214 weeks and 1 day old,

or 8499 days old,

if you were born on December 20, 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 December 20, 2000?

There are 267 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 20, 2000?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 20, 2000.

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December 20, 2000: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 20, 2000:

  • Dub Novelist

    Acclaimed novelist whose works captivated readers worldwide.

  • Esiquio Ramos

    Influential sculptor who specialized in abstract forms and metalwork.

  • Leyli Aghayeva

    Azerbaijani opera singer known for her powerful voice.

  • Bettey Box

    Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Diodoro di Gerusalemme
  • Adrian Henri

What famous deaths happened on December 20th?

Famous deaths on December 20th:

  • Brittany Murphy
    Brittany Murphy

    Brittany murphy was an american actress known for her roles in popular films such as clueless, 8 mile, and just married.

  • Carl Sagan
    Carl Sagan

    American astrophysicist and exobiologist.

  • John Steinbeck
    John Steinbeck

    American writer who wrote best-selling novels and was made into movies.

  • Thomas Newman
    Thomas Newman

    Actor/composer (cape fear) dies at 60 from a heart attack.

  • Bobby Darin
    Bobby Darin

    American singer, actor and recording artist.

  • Arnold Stang
    Arnold Stang

    American singer and actor (d. 2009).

  • Madge Sinclair
    Madge Sinclair

    Kingston, jamaica -- actress.

  • Helene Heigh
    Helene Heigh

    Actress (undercover woman teen age thunder), died at 86.

  • Mervil Meyer

    Renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics.

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December 20, 2000: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 20, 2000:

  • R.C. Saints - Saint Dominic of Silos
  • Also see December 20 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • The first All Faiths Day was celebrated in 2003 in Canandaigua, New York.

Observances on December 20, 2000:

  • International Human Solidarity Day
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December 20, 2000: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 20, 2000 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 18th and December 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 20, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 20, 2000 was Independent Women Part I by Destiny's Child, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 2000: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 20, 2000 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Independent Women Part I youtube
  2. - It Wasn't Me
  3. - Case Of The Ex (Whatcha Gonna Do)
  4. - With Arms Wide Open youtube
  5. - He Loves U Not

December 20, 2000: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 20, 2000 was Independent Women Part 1 by Destiny's Child, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 2000: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 20, 2000 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Independent Women Part 1
  2. - I Have A Dream / Seasons In The Sun
  3. - Re-Rewind The Crowd Say Bo Selecta
  4. - Can We Fix It
  5. - Two In A Million / You're My Number One

December 20, 2000: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 20, 2000 was Independent Women Part I by Destiny's Child, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 2000: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 20, 2000 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Independent Women Part I youtube
  2. - Ms. Jackson
  3. - I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)
  4. - I Wish
  5. - My First Love

December 20, 2000: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 20, 2000 was Yo Te Amo by Chayanne, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 20, 2000: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 20, 2000 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Yo Te Amo
  2. - Cuando Seas Mia
  3. - A Puro Dolor
  4. - Por Amarte Asi
  5. - Te Quise Olvidar

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December 20, 2000: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 20, 2000 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Magnolia

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

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

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

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

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

December 20, 2000: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 20, 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:

Canada: A People's History

Canada: A People's History

Release year: 2000

Starring: Lorne Cardinal, Paule Baillargeon, Torri Higginson, Jeff Page

Country: Canada

Einsatz in Hamburg

Einsatz in Hamburg

Release year: 2000

Welcome to New York

Welcome to New York

Release year: 2000

Directed by: Steven Tylor O'Connor

Sheena

Sheena

Release year: 2000

Directed by: John Guillermin

Black Books

Black Books

Release year: 2000

Written by:

Starring: Dylan Moran, Bill Bailey, Tamsin Greig

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

December 20, 2000: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 20, 2000 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Flags Of Our Fathers by James Bradley with Ron Powers

Flags Of Our Fathers

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERTHE TRUE STORY BEHIND IMMORTAL PHOTOGRAPH, THAT HAS COME OUT TO SYMBOLIZE COURAGE and INDOMITABLE WILL OF AMERICAIn February 1945 American Marines plunged into Iwo Jima's surf--and into American history.

Talking Dirty With the Queen of Clean by Linda Co

Talking Dirty With the Queen of Clean

By:

Housekeeping guide.

Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom

Tuesdays With Morrie

By:

Perhaps it was a grandparent or teacher or a friend. For those who are older and more patient, wiser, and can help you navigate the world, they will be able to give you sound advice and help you find your …

An Invitation To The White House by Hillary Rodham Clinton

An Invitation To The White House

By:

This book is about the White House's cultural and political history, and its significance to Americans.

Code To Zero by Ken Follett

Code To Zero

By:

January 1958 - The darkest hour in the cold war, and the dawn of the space race. America's greatest hope of catching up is at Cape Canaveral's launch pad.

December 20, 2000: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 20, 2000 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Destruction Derby Raw

Destruction Derby Raw

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Racing

Publisher: EU Sony Computer Entertainment Europe; NA Midway Games

Blues Brothers 2000

Blues Brothers 2000

Platform: Nintendo 64

Genre: Platform game Music game

Publisher: Titus Software

Championship Rally

Championship Rally

Platform: Atari Lynx

Genre: Racing video game

Publisher: Songbird Productions

Beatmania IIDX 3rd Style

Beatmania IIDX 3rd Style

Platform: Arcade & Sony PlayStation 2

Genre: Music

Publisher: Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo

Chicken Run

Chicken Run

Platform: Game Boy Color Dreamcast PlayStation Microsoft Windows Nintendo 64 (cancelled)

Genre: Platform, stealth

Publisher: Eidos Interactive THQ (GBC) Activision (PC)

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Who was the US President on December 20, 2000?

On December 20, 2000 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 20, 2000?

On December 20, 2000 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 20, 2000?

On December 20, 2000 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 20th?

December 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2018 - In honor of former president barack obama, parts of ventura freeway in southern california will be renamed "president barack h. obama highway".
  • 2017 - Uber is a transport company, and not a digital services. the european court of justice (ecj), rules that uber must accept stricter licensing and regulation within the european union. uber was instructed to follow local taxi rules in barcelona when the case began.
  • 2016 - Six men are being held in ankara in connection to the assassination of andrei karlov (russian ambassador to turkey).

Find out more about December 20th

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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 December 2000?

December 2000 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.

Discover how December 2000 calendar looked like.

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