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August 10, 2001 was the 222nd day of the year 2001, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.
Is August 10, 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 August 10, 2001, who was born and died on August 10, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bootylicious by Destiny's Child), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Manhunt) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 10, 2001?
- August 10, 2001: What happened on that day?
- August 10, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 10, 2001: What were the main match results that day?
- August 10, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 10, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 10, 2001?
- August 10, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 10, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
- August 10, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 10, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
- August 10, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 10, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 10, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 10, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 10, 2001?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 2001?
- Who was the Pope on August 10, 2001?
What day of the week was August 10, 2001?
August 10, 2001 was a Friday and it was the 222nd day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 10, 2001 can also be written as 8/10/2001 in the US and as 10/8/2001 in UK and Europe.
August 10, 2001: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 10, 2001:
- Film: osmosis jones starring bill murray, played by chris rock
- The 2001 angola train attack occurred, causing 252 deaths.
- Space shuttle program: the space shuttle is launched on sts-105 to the international space station, carrying the astronauts of expedition 3 to replace the crew of expedition 2.
August 10, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 10, 2001:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $41.30
- Apple AAPL: opens at $19.04
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $64.77
- General Electric GE: opens at $42.00
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $103.85
Exchange Rates on August 10, 2001:
- 1 USD = 122.05 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.5413 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.6935 CHF
- 1 EUR = 108.95 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6273 GBP
August 10, 2001: What were the main match results that day?
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Bielefeld - Mannheim : 5 - 0
- Bochum - Mainz : 2 - 1
- Duisburg - Reutlingen : 3 - 3
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Le Havre - Nancy : 0 - 0
Liga I - Football (Portugal)
- Boavista - Beira Mar : 3 - 0
Futbol Ligi 1 - Football (Turkey)
- Besiktas - Trabzonspor : 1 - 2
August 10, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th 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 10, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 10, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 10, 2001 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 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 August 10, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 10:56 pm and setting at 12:57 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 04, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Sep 02, 2001.
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Who was born on August 10, 2001?
Famous people born on August 10, 2001:
- Karma Bridges
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- Leo Hayter
- Kōki Saitō
- Ben Scholte
- Magdeleine Vallieres
- Darnell Wright
Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:
![Mahesh Babu]()
Mahesh BabuMahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.
![Justin Theroux]()
Justin TherouxJustin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...
![Antonio Banderas]()
Antonio BanderasHe was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.
![Norma Shearer]()
Norma ShearerNorma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
![Rosanna Arquette]()
Rosanna ArquetteAmerican actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.
![Angie Harmon]()
Angie HarmonAngie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.
![Devon Aoki]()
Devon AokiDevon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.
![Eddie Fisher]()
Eddie FisherAmerican crooner from the 1950's.
![Rhonda Fleming]()
Rhonda FlemingAmerican actress.
![Diane Venora]()
Diane VenoraAmerican actress.
August 10, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 22 years 8 months old,
or 272 months and 14 days old,
or 1184 weeks and 5 days old,
or 8293 days old,
if you were born on August 10, 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 August 10, 2001?
There are 108 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 2001?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 10, 2001.
August 10, 2001: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 10, 2001:
- Ebbe Nielsen
Ebbe Nielsen was a prominent entomologist who made significant advancements in the study of insects.
- Lou Boudreau
Major league baseball manager and player (d. 2001).
- Elsa Cavelti
- Pericle Luigi Giovannetti
- Stanislav Iosifovič Rostockij
- Gianfranco Miglio
- Alberto Beretta
- Françoise Berd
What famous deaths happened on August 10th?
Famous deaths on August 10th:
![Isaac Hayes]()
Isaac HayesAmerican singer, composer and black performer.
![Raquel Torres]()
Raquel TorresRaquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.
![Dick Foran]()
Dick ForanFlemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).
![Rex Cherryman]()
Rex CherrymanAmerican actor (born 1897).
- Laylin Olsen
Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.
- Zema Williams
Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.
- Sayeed Abubakar
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
- Alleta Jacobs
Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.
- Lysbeth de Vos
Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
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August 10, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 10, 2001:
- Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
- Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
- Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
- St. Deusdedit
- Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
- St. Blaan
August 10, 2001: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 10, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 6th and August 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 10, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 2001 was Bootylicious by Destiny's Child, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 10, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Destiny's Child - Bootylicious
- Mariah Carey - Loverboy
- Eve - Let Me Blow Ya Mind
- Blu Cantrell - Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)
- Usher - U Remind Me
August 10, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 2001 was Eternal Flame by Atomic Kitten, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 10, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Atomic Kitten - Eternal Flame
- Robbie Williams - Eternity / The Road To Mandalay
- So Solid Crew - 21 Seconds
- Ian Van Dahl - Castles In The Sky
- Five - Let's Dance
August 10, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 2001 was Loverboy by Mariah Carey Featuring Da Brat & Ludacris, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 10, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Mariah Carey Featuring Da Brat & Ludacris - Loverboy
- Alicia Keys - Fallin'
- Destiny's Child - Bootylicious
- Jagged Edge With Nelly - Where The Party At
- Usher - U Remind Me
August 10, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 10, 2001 was Azul by Cristian, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.
August 10, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 10, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 6th and August 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Cristian - Azul
- Marco Antonio Solis - O Me Voy O Te Vas
- Jaci Velasquez - Como Se Cura Una Herida
- Olga Tanon - Como Olvidar
- Huey Dunbar - Con Cada Beso
August 10, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 10, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
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
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Robert Rodriguez
Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett
Country: United States of America
What Women Want
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nancy Meyers
Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda
Country: United States of America
Delivering Milo
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Castle
Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott
Country: United States of America
Drowning Mona
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Nick Gomez
Starring: Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Neve Campbell, Jamie Lee Curtis
Country: United States of America
August 10, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 10, 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:
Manhunt
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Greg Barker
All About Us
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Christine Swanson
Cruel Summer
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Phillip Escott
Life as We Know It
Release year: 2001
Directed by: Greg Berlanti
Hell in the Pacific
Release year: 2001
Directed by: John Boorman
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
August 10, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 10, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Justice
By: Dominick Dunne
Dominick Dunne has been publishing Vanity Fair's revelatory chronicles for more than 20 years of the most notorious crimes, trials and punishments of all time for over two decades.
Blue Diary
By: Alice Hoffman
The New York Times bestseller and Notable Book The Dovekeepers comes from the best-selling author of The Dovekeepers. This new book is about the courage to face the impossible.
The Botany Of Desire
By: Michael Pollan
The book that made Michael Pollan, New York Times bestselling author Cooked, and The Omnivore's Dilemma, a respected food expert in America. Every schoolchild is taught about the mutually beneficial dance between honeybees.
Suzanne'S Diary For Nicholas
By: James Patterson
Katie Wilkinson finally finds the right man. But he disappears one day, leaving behind only a journal written by Suzanne, a new mother, for Nicholas.
Close To Shore
By: Michael Capuzzo
Close to Shore combines rich historical details with a gripping, pulse-pounding narrative to evoke the summer 1916 when a Great White shark attacked swimmers on the New Jersey shore.
August 10, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 10, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
ESPN MLS ExtraTime 2002
Capitalism II
Airburst
Do You Like Horny Bunnies?
Army Men: Operation Green
Who was the US President on August 10, 2001?
On August 10, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 2001?
On August 10, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 10, 2001?
On August 10, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 10th?
August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th 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 10th, such as:
- 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
- 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
- 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.
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 August 2001?
August 2001 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.
