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May 23, 1998 was the 143rd day of the year 1998, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 23, 1998 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 23, 1998, who was born and died on May 23, 1998, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 23, 1998, which were the most popular songs (ex. My All by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. The Truman Show, directed by Peter Weir), TV series (e.g. Saaya) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 23rd, 1998 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 23, 1998?
- May 23, 1998: What happened on that day?
- May 23, 1998: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 23, 1998: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 23, 1998?
- May 23, 1998: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 23, 1998: What famous people died on that day?
- May 23, 1998: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 23, 1998: Number 1 song on that day
- May 23, 1998: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 23, 1998: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 23, 1998: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 23, 1998: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 23, 1998?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 1998?
- Who was the Pope on May 23, 1998?
What day of the week was May 23, 1998?
May 23, 1998 was a Saturday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1998 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 23, 1998 can also be written as 5/23/1998 in the US and as 23/5/1998 in UK and Europe.
May 23, 1998: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 23, 1998:
- The good friday agreement is accepted in a referendum in northern ireland with roughly 75% voting yes.
May 23, 1998: What were the main match results that day?
NBA - American Basketball
- Chicago Bulls - Indiana Pacers : 105 - 107
May 23, 1998: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 23, 1998: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1998 is Tiger and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 23rd, 1998 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 23, 1998: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 23, 1998 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1998 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 23, 1998 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:17 am and setting at 06:55 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 11, 1998 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1998.
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Who was born on May 23, 1998?
Famous people born on May 23, 1998:
- Admire Muskwe
Admire Muskwe is a Zimbabwean professional soccer player who currently plays as a forward for Wycombe Wanderers.
- Ayomikun Ogundeji
Ayomikun Ogundeji is an American football linebacker who plays for the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League (NFL).
- Bence Bíró
Bence Bíró is a Hungarian swimmer who specializes in breaststroke events.
- Daishon Morris
Daishon Morris is an American actor known for his roles in television shows and films.
- Salwa Eid Naser
Bahraini track and field sprinter.
- Sérgio Sette Câmara
Brazilian racing driver.
- Giulia Mancini
- Harry Paton
- Luca de la Torre
- Berat Özdemir
- Manny Rodríguez
- Steve Lacy
- Riccardo Sbertoli
- Joël Bacanamwo
- Alexis Hart
- Justinian Jessup
- Daniel Köstl
- Mehdi Léris
Whose famous birthday is on May 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 23rd:
![Douglas Fairbanks]()
Douglas FairbanksAmerican actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.
![Joan Collins]()
Joan CollinsBritish actress and beautiful teen model.
![Drew Carey]()
Drew CareyAmerican comedian, actor, and writer.
![Rosemary Clooney]()
Rosemary ClooneyAmerican singer and actress, who was likable, beautiful, and became a big hit in the 1950s.
![Artie Shaw]()
Artie ShawAmerican jazz clarinetist, composer, bandleader (born 1910).
![Tom Tykwer]()
Tom TykwerGerman filmmaker producer screenwriter and composer.
![Ulla Jacobsson]()
Ulla JacobssonSwedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.
![Deborah Adair]()
Deborah AdairActress (tracey dynasty and kate-day of our life).
![Betty Garrett]()
Betty GarrettAmerican actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.
![Barbara Barrie]()
Barbara BarrieAmerican actor and author.
May 23, 1998: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 25 years 10 months old,
or 310 months and 25 days old,
or 1351 weeks and 4 days old,
or 9461 days old,
if you were born on May 23, 1998.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 23, 1998?
There are 37 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 1998?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 23, 1998.
May 23, 1998: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 23, 1998:
- Telford Taylor
Telford Taylor was an American lawyer, military prosecutor, and businessman who played a key role in the Nuremberg trials.
- Elia Marcelli
What famous deaths happened on May 23rd?
Famous deaths on May 23rd:
![Roger Moore]()
Roger MooreBritish actor.
![Sterling Hayden]()
Sterling HaydenAmerican actor and author.
![Anne Meara]()
Anne MearaAmerican actress, comedian and playwright (b. 1929).
![Patrick Cargill]()
Patrick CargillActor (up pompeii and magic christian), dies aged 77.
![George Jessel]()
George JesselAmerican actor, singer, and producer (b. 1898).
![Moms Mabley]()
Moms MableyAmerican comedian and actor (b. 1894).
![Dorothy Hyson]()
Dorothy HysonActress (spare a copper sing as we go), is killed at 81.
![Nydia Westman]()
Nydia WestmanActress (going my way young mr bobbins) dies at the age of 68.
- John D. Rockefeller
American business magnate and philanthropist, founder of the Standard Oil Company and one of the wealthiest people in history.
- Kawena Pukui
Kawena Pukui was a renowned Hawaiian linguist and ethnographer who made significant contributions to the preservation and understanding of...
May 23, 1998: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 23, 1998:
- World Turtle Day
- Discordianism: Day of Disunity
- Bahá'f Faith: Declaration of the Báb
Observances on May 23, 1998:
- International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
Saints celebrated on May 23, 1998:
- Saint Desiderius
- Saint Guibert of Gemblours
- Saint Montana
May 23, 1998: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 23, 1998 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 18th and May 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 23, 1998: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 1998 was My All by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 23, 1998: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 23, 1998 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mariah Carey - My All
- Next - Too Close
- Janet - I Get Lonely
- Shania Twain - You're Still The One
- The Backstreet Boys - Everybody (Backstreet's Back)
May 23, 1998: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 23, 1998 was Under The Bridge / Lady Marmalade by All Saints, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 23, 1998: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 23, 1998 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- All Saints - Under The Bridge / Lady Marmalade
- The Tamperer featuring Maya - Feel It
- Boyzone - All That I Need
- Aqua - Turn Back Time
- Steps - Last Thing On My Mind
May 23, 1998: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 1998 was I Get Lonely by Janet Featuring BLACKstreet, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 23, 1998: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 23, 1998 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Janet Featuring BLACKstreet - I Get Lonely
- Next - Too Close
- Mya & Sisqo - It's All About Me
- Mariah Carey - My All/Breakdown
- Xscape - The Arms Of The One Who Loves You
May 23, 1998: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 23, 1998 was Suavemente by Elvis Crespo, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.
May 23, 1998: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 23, 1998 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 18th and May 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Elvis Crespo - Suavemente
- Ricky Martin - The Cup Of Life (The Official Song Of The World Cup, France '98)
- Marc Anthony - No Me Conoces
- Alejandro Fernandez - No Se Olvidar
- Los Temerarios - Por Que Te Conoci
May 23, 1998: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 23, 1998 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Truman Show
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Peter Weir
Starring: Jim Carrey, Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Noah Emmerich
Country: United States of America
The Celebration
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Thomas Vinterberg
Starring: Ulrich Thomsen, Henning Moritzen, Thomas Bo Larsen, Paprika Steen
The Dreamlife of Angels
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Erick Zonca
Starring: Élodie Bouchez, Natacha Régnier, Grégoire Colin, Patrick Mercado
The Mighty
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Peter Chelsom
Starring: Kieran Culkin, Elden Henson, Sharon Stone, Harry Dean Stanton
A Perfect Murder
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Andrew Davis
Starring: Michael Douglas, Gwyneth Paltrow, Viggo Mortensen, David Suchet
May 23, 1998: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 23, 1998 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Saaya
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Anurag Basu
Sex and the City
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Susan Seidelman
Open House
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Andrew Paquin
Flashback
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Franco Amurri
Cardcaptor Sakura
Release year: 1998
Directed by: Morio Asaka
May 23, 1998: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 23, 1998 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Consilience
By: Edward O. Wilson
It is an incredible intellectual adventure. This groundbreaking book by Edward O. Wilson, an American biologist and one of the most respected living scientists in the world, advocates for the fundamental unity of
Aphrodite
By: Isabel Allende
Isabel Allende, Goddess of Love, uses her storytelling skills to great effect in Aphrodite. She evokes the pleasures of food and sex.
Cold Mountain
By: Charles Frazier
Charles Frazier's debut novel Cold Mountain, published in 1997, made publishing history. It reached the top of The New York Times bestseller list for sixty-one consecutive weeks. It also won many literary awards including the National Book Award. The book …
Paradise
By: Toni Morrison
They shoot the white girl first. They can go slowly with the rest." This is Toni Morrison’s Paradise. It opens with a horrific scene of mass violence, and then chronicles its origins in a small, all-black town in rural Oklahoma.
Still Me
By: Christopher Reeve
When Superman's first movie was released, I was often asked "What's a hero?" I still remember the simple answer I gave so many times. I replied that a hero was someone who acts courageously without thinking about the consequences. For …
May 23, 1998: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 23, 1998 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Caesar III
Grendel's Cave
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate
Dynamite Cop
Extreme-G 2
Who was the US President on May 23, 1998?
On May 23, 1998 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 1998?
On May 23, 1998 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 23, 1998?
On May 23, 1998 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 23rd?
May 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2019 - Syrian civil war, northwestern syria offensive (april 2019-present). sky news journalist alex crawford is shot by tanks of the syrian army in hbit, idlib governorate. they are covering the fighting. their guide bilal abdul kareem is badly injured from shrapnel to the chest.
- 2018 - Transport in iran: truck owners and drivers from iran start striking in seven provinces in protest at poor working conditions.
- 2017 - After the manchester arena bombing, campaigning for the united kingdom general elections is suspended. 22 people have been killed and 59 others were injured. isil claims responsibility. ariana grande, singer and actress, suspends dangerous woman tour. (ap), (bbc),
What happened in 1998?
1998 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Freak, opens at Cort Theater, New York City
- 80th PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club - Seattle, Washington
- State Farm Rail Golf Classic
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What was the calendar for May 1998?
May 1998 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.
