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August 08, 1999 was the 220th day of the year 1999, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 08, 1999 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 08, 1999, who was born and died on August 08, 1999, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 08, 1999, which were the most popular songs (ex. Genie In A Bottle by Christina Aguilera), movies (e.g. Detroit Rock City, directed by Adam Rifkin), TV series (e.g. Toast) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 8th, 1999 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 08, 1999?
- August 08, 1999: What happened on that day?
- August 08, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 08, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 08, 1999?
- August 08, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 08, 1999: What famous people died on that day?
- August 08, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 08, 1999: Number 1 song on that day
- August 08, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 08, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 08, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 08, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 08, 1999?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 1999?
- Who was the Pope on August 08, 1999?
What day of the week was August 08, 1999?
August 08, 1999 was a Sunday and it was the 220th day of the year 1999 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 08, 1999 can also be written as 8/8/1999 in the US and as 8/8/1999 in UK and Europe.
August 08, 1999: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 08, 1999:
- Abc's who wants to be a millionaire premieres, hosted by regis philbin, and gives the contestants a chance at $1,000,000.
- Mystery science theater 3000 ends its 10-year run on cable television.
August 08, 1999: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Anderlecht - Mouscron : 3 - 2
- Club Brugge - St Truiden : 4 - 0
Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Man City - Wolves : 0 - 1
Premier League - UK Soccer
- Dundee - Hibernian : 3 - 4
- Everton - Man United : 1 - 1
Futbol Ligi 1 - Football (Turkey)
- Adanaspor - Trabzonspor : 1 - 2
- Antalyaspor - Istanbulspor : 0 - 3
- Bursaspor - Altay : 1 - 4
- Erzurumspor - Denizlispor : 0 - 1
- Fenerbahce - Vanspor : 3 - 0
August 08, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th 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 08, 1999: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1999 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 8th, 1999 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 08, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 08, 1999 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 1999 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 08, 1999 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 02:50 am and setting at 06:48 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 28, 1999 while the next full moon would come on Aug 26, 1999.
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Who was born on August 08, 1999?
Whose famous birthday is on August 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 8th:
![Faye Wong]()
Faye WongFaye wong is a chinese singer and actress known for her ethereal voice and influential presence in the chinese music industry.
![Peyton List]()
Peyton ListPeyton list is an american actress known for her roles in the disney channel series jessie and the film diary of a wimpy kid: rodrick rules.
![Dustin Hoffman]()
Dustin HoffmanAmerican actor who created some of the most memorable characters in cinema history, winning two oscars, five oscar nominations and an emmy...
![Robin Quivers]()
Robin QuiversAmerican radio personality, author, and co-host of howard sternaeur (tm), the nationally syndicated radio show and cable tv show.
![Esther Williams]()
Esther WilliamsAmerican actress and swimmer, who became a swimming champion and became a leading lady in aquatic extravaganzas during the '50s, '60s and...
![Keith Carradine]()
Keith CarradineAmerican actor from a theatre family.
![Rory Calhoun]()
Rory CalhounAmerican actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".
![Roger Penrose]()
Roger PenroseMathematician and english physicist.
![Katie Leung]()
Katie LeungKatie Leung is a Scottish actress best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series.
![Rena Mero]()
Rena MeroAmerican wrestler.
August 08, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 24 years 8 months old,
or 296 months and 15 days old,
or 1289 weeks and 2 days old,
or 9025 days old,
if you were born on August 08, 1999.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 08, 1999?
There are 107 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 8th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 1999?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 08, 1999.
August 08, 1999: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 08, 1999:
- Yolanda Vargas Dulché
What famous deaths happened on August 8th?
Famous deaths on August 8th:
![Louise Brooks]()
Louise BrooksIconic silent film actress known for her bob haircut and roles in Pandora's Box and Diary of a Lost Girl.
![Patricia Neal]()
Patricia NealAmerican actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.
![Olivia Newton-John]()
Olivia Newton-JohnAn american singer, born in australia.
![Karen Black]()
Karen BlackAmerican actress, who was ten years old when she had her first stage experience.
![Glen Campbell]()
Glen CampbellAmerican country and western singer, recording artist, and actor in tv and film.
![Barbara Bel Geddes]()
Barbara Bel GeddesNyc, new york -- actress.
![Fay Wray]()
Fay WrayFay Wray was a renowned actress best known for her role in the classic film 'King Kong'.
![Richard Deacon]()
Richard DeaconAmerican actor and singer (d.1984).
![Alan Napier]()
Alan NapierAmerican actor, alfred the butler on batman, at 85 years old (born 1903).
![Ilse Werner]()
Ilse WernerActress and singer from the netherlands, german (d. 2005).
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August 08, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 08, 1999:
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least ? saints: St. Dominic de Guzman, priest, (1170-1221).
- Sweden - Namesday of Queen Silvia, an Official Flag Day.
- Taiwan: Father's Day. (In Mandarin, Ba Ba means father and 8-8, or August 8).
- St. Hormisdas
- St. Smaragdus (and companions)
- St. Largus
- St. Cyriacus
August 08, 1999: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 08, 1999 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 2nd and August 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 08, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1999 was Genie In A Bottle by Christina Aguilera, according to the music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.
August 08, 1999: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 08, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Christina Aguilera - Genie In A Bottle
- Destiny's Child - Bills, Bills, Bills
- K-Ci & JoJo - Tell Me It's Real
- Will Smith - Wild Wild West
- Jennifer Lopez - If You Had My Love
August 08, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1999 was Better Off Alone by DJ Jurgen Presents Alice Deejay, according to the music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.
August 08, 1999: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 08, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- DJ Jurgen Presents Alice Deejay - Better Off Alone
- Ronan Keating - When You Say Nothing At All
- Ricky Martin - Livin' La Vida Loca
- Westlife - If I Let You Go
- Five - If Ya Gettin' Down
August 08, 1999: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 1999 was Bills, Bills, Bills by Destiny's Child, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.
August 08, 1999: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 08, 1999 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Destiny's Child - Bills, Bills, Bills
- K-Ci & JoJo - Tell Me It's Real
- Maxwell - Fortunate
- Case - Happily Ever After
- Naughty By Nature Featuring Zhane - Jamboree
August 08, 1999: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 08, 1999 was No Me Ames by Jennifer Lopez With Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.
August 08, 1999: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 08, 1999 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jennifer Lopez With Marc Anthony - No Me Ames
- Alejandro Fernandez - Loco
- Cristian - Mi Vida Sin Tu Amor
- Enrique Iglesias - Bailamos
- Mana - Se Me Olvido Otra Vez
August 08, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 08, 1999 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Detroit Rock City
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Adam Rifkin
Starring: Edward Furlong, Giuseppe Andrews, James DeBello, Sam Huntington
Bowfinger
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Frank Oz
Starring: Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, Heather Graham, Christine Baranski
Brokedown Palace
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Jonathan Kaplan
Starring: Claire Danes, Kate Beckinsale, Bill Pullman, Jacqueline Kim
Love Stinks
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Jeff Franklin
Starring: French Stewart, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras, Bill Bellamy, Tyra Banks
Teaching Mrs. Tingle
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Kevin Williamson
Starring: Helen Mirren, Marisa Coughlan, Katie Holmes, Jeffrey Tambor
August 08, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 08, 1999 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Toast
Release year: 1999
Directed by: S.J. Clarkson
Metrosexuality
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Rikki Beadle Blair
Life Support
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Nelson George
Love in the 21st Century
Release year: 1999
Directed by: PESI Publishing & Media
Black Heaven
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Gilles Marchand
August 08, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 08, 1999 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Testament
By: John Grisham
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERIn a luxurious Virginia office, a wealthy, angry old man is furiously rewriting the will. Troy Phelan, who is about to die, wants to send a message his children, ex-wives and his minions. This message will …
The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon
By: Stephen King
Stephen King's #1 New York Times Bestseller is now available. This terrifying suspense novel centers on a young girl who falls asleep in the woods at night.
Mother Of Pearl
By: Melinda Haynes
Melinda Haynes' beloved novel captures all the rueful irony, racial ambivalence, and small-town Mississippi in late 1950s. It is an unforgettable exploration of identity, family, and redemption.
Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets
By: J. K. Rowling
Jim Kay, an award-winning artist, illustrates year two of Harry Potter’s adventures at Hogwarts in stunning, gift-ready format. Harry Potter was so disgusted by the Dursleys that summer, he wanted to return to Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry.
August 08, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 08, 1999 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Abomination: The Nemesis Project
Battle Bakraid
Baldur's Gate: Tales of the Sword Coast
Cutthroats: Terror on the High Seas
Cyber Org
Who was the US President on August 08, 1999?
On August 08, 1999 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 1999?
On August 08, 1999 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 08, 1999?
On August 08, 1999 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 8th?
August 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th 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 8th, such as:
- 2018 - Academy awards: academy of motion picture arts and sciences announces changes to the oscars. this includes a shorter ceremony and a category called "most popular film".
- 2017 - Battle of marawi. the pentagon is looking into conducting airstrikes on marawi. if approved, this would allow the united states to send troops into the area to fight the isis-affiliated maute and other islamist terror groups. later, a spokesperson denied the claims and clarified that the philippines had not requested such an airstrike.
- 2016 - 2016 ethiopian protests. more than 50 protesters were killed by ethiopian security force forces in the past few days. the government blocked internet access and restricted journalistic access to the country.
What happened in 1999?
1999 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The Euro currency is introduced in 11 countries - members of the European Union (with the exception of the United Kingdom, Denmark, Greece and Sweden).
- A brutal snowstorm smashes into the Midwestern United States, causing 14 inches (359 mm) of snow at Milwaukee, Wisconsin and 19 inches (487 mm) at Chicago, Illinois. In Chicago, temperatures plunge to -13 degrees F (-25 degrees C), and 68 deaths are reported.
- Israel detains, and later expels, 14 members of Concerned Christians.
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What was the calendar for August 1999?
August 1999 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.
