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May 11, 2002 was the 131st day of the year 2002, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 11, 2002 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 11, 2002, who was born and died on May 11, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 11, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Foolish by Ashanti), movies (e.g. The Pianist, directed by Roman Polanski), TV series (e.g. Mi-5) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 11th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 11, 2002?
- May 11, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 11, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 11, 2002?
- May 11, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 11, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
- May 11, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 11, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
- May 11, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 11, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 11, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 11, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 11, 2002?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 2002?
- Who was the Pope on May 11, 2002?
What day of the week was May 11, 2002?
May 11, 2002 was a Saturday and it was the 131st day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 11, 2002 can also be written as 5/11/2002 in the US and as 11/5/2002 in UK and Europe.
May 11, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th 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 11, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 11th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 11, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 11, 2002 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 2002 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 11, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:29 am and setting at 08:25 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 27, 2002 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 2002.
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Who was born on May 11, 2002?
Whose famous birthday is on May 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 11th:
![Cory Monteith]()
Cory MonteithCory monteith was a canadian actor best known for his role as finn hudson on the television series glee.
![Fred Astaire]()
Fred AstaireFred astaire was an american actor, dancer, and singer known for his elegant and graceful dancing in numerous hollywood musicals.
![Natasha Richardson]()
Natasha RichardsonBritish actress, well-known for her performances in the theatre.
![Laetitia Casta]()
Laetitia CastaFrench corsican actress and model, found by a photographer on corsican beaches.
![Benoît Magimel]()
Benoît MagimelHe is a french actor who started his career at the age of 14 in the film "life is a long, quiet river", directed by etienne chatillez.
![Richard Feynman]()
Richard FeynmanAmerican theoretical physicist, known for his contributions to the path integral formulation and quantum mechanics, the theory, and physics...
![Holly Valance]()
Holly ValanceHolly valance is an australian pop singer and actress known for her hit single 'kiss kiss' and her role as felicity 'flick' scully on the...
![Jeffrey Donovan]()
Jeffrey DonovanAmerican stage, film, and television actor.
![Doug McClure]()
Doug McClureAmerican actor.
![Jonathan Jackson]()
Jonathan JacksonInstigator of the marin county civic center shootout, brother to black panther george jackson (born 1953).
May 11, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 21 years 11 months old,
or 263 months and 7 days old,
or 1144 weeks and 5 days old,
or 8013 days old,
if you were born on May 11, 2002.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 11, 2002?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 11th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 2002?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 11, 2002.
May 11, 2002: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 11, 2002:
- Bill Peet
American animator and screenwriter (b. 1915).
- Renaude Lapointe
Canadian journalist and politician (d. 2002).
- Diane Pretty
- Joseph Bonanno
What famous deaths happened on May 11th?
Famous deaths on May 11th:
![Peggy Lipton]()
Peggy LiptonAmerican actress.
![Lex Barker]()
Lex BarkerAmerican actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.
![Jerry Stiller]()
Jerry StillerAmerican actor, comedian and producer (d. 2020).
![Jorja Curtright]()
Jorja CurtrightActor, whistle stop, dies from a heart attack.
![Jean Adair]()
Jean AdairDies at 80.
- Douglas Adams
Douglas Adams was a British author best known for his science-fiction comedy series 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'.
- Alver Aalto
Famous architect known for his innovative designs.
- Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe
Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a prominent figure in the country's independence movement.
- Oiva Aalto
Renowned Finnish architect known for his modernist designs.
- Ceferino Namuncurá
Argentinian religious leader and candidate for sainthood.
May 11, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 11, 2002:
- Holiday of the City of Miskolc (since 1992).
- Blessed John Rochester
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Mamertus, first of the Ice Saints
- Roman Empire - Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).
Saints celebrated on May 11, 2002:
- Saint Francis of Girolamo
- Saint Estella
- Saint Odilo of Cluny
- Saint Majolus of Cluny
- Saint James Walworth
- Saint Bertilla
- Saint Gengou Gangulphus
- Saint Gauthier of Esterp
May 11, 2002: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 11, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 6th and May 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 11, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 11, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 11, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ashanti - Foolish
- Fat Joe - What's Luv?
- P. Diddy - I Need A Girl (Part One)
- Usher - U Don't Have To Call
- Puddle Of Mudd - Blurry
May 11, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 2002 was One Step Closer by S Club Juniors, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 11, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 11, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- S Club Juniors - One Step Closer
- Holly Valance - Kiss Kiss
- Sugababes - Freak Like Me
- Ronan Keating - If Tomorrow Never Comes
- 'N Sync - Girlfriend
May 11, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 2002 was Foolish by Ashanti, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 11, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 11, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ashanti - Foolish
- Usher - U Don't Have To Call
- P. Diddy Featuring Usher & Loon - I Need A Girl (Part One)
- Busta Rhymes Featuring P. Diddy & Pharrell - Pass The Courvoisier Part II
- Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti - What's Luv?
May 11, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 11, 2002 was Quitame Ese Hombre by Pilar Montenegro, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.
May 11, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 11, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Pilar Montenegro - Quitame Ese Hombre
- Chayanne - Y Tu Te Vas
- Enrique Iglesias - Escapar [Escape]
- Shakira - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
- MDO - Me Huele A Soledad
May 11, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 11, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Pianist
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Roman Polanski
Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Frank Finlay, Emilia Fox
Country: United States of America
Irreversible
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Gaspar Noé
Starring: Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel, Albert Dupontel, Jo Prestia
Country: United States of America
About Schmidt
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Alexander Payne
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates
Country: United States of America
Iris
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Richard Eyre
Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville
Country: United States of America
Kate & Leopold
Release year: 2002
Directed by: James Mangold
Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer
Country: United States of America
May 11, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 11, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
MI-5
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Bharat Nalluri
Verdammt verliebt
Release year: 2002
Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi
Release year: 2002
The Story of a Noble Family
Release year: 2002
Rockface
Release year: 2002
Directed by: Mark Roper
May 11, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 11, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
City Of Bones
By: Michael Connelly
A dog discovers a bone in Hollywood Hills and uncovers a murder that was committed over twenty years ago.
Three Fates
By: Nora Roberts
The #1 New York Times bestseller Nora Roberts tells a story of love and luck that will make you smile. One survivor gave up his life as an aspiring petty thief, but kept the small silver statue that he lifted. …
Everything Is Illuminated
By: Jonathan Safran Foer
A young man, also known as Jonathan Safran Foer, has only one yellowing photo in his hand and sets out to find the woman that may have saved him.
The Right Words At The Right Time
By: Marlo Thomas
Here are some heartwarming personal revelations from some of the most prominent luminaries of our time.
Report From Ground Zero
By: Dennis Smith
The American landscape was forever changed by the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Literally and figuratively. Dennis Smith was killed in the attack on the twin towers at the World Trade Center.
May 11, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 11, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Ashen Empires
Ratchet & Clank
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Army Men: RTS
Captain Tsubasa: Ōgon Sedai no Chōsen
Who was the US President on May 11, 2002?
On May 11, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 2002?
On May 11, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on May 11, 2002?
On May 11, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 11th?
May 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th 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 11th, such as:
- 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). houthi forces begin to pull out of several yemeni ports including al hudaydah and as-salif. this withdrawal is part of an un-brokered ceasefire agreement that aims at ending the yemeni blockade.
- 2018 - After six weeks of protests, the israel defense forces open fire again with tear gas and live bullets on palestinian protestors. one person has been killed, and 146 more are injured. some protestors also throw stones and burn tires.
- 2017 - Battle of mosul: lt gen othman al-ghanmi (iraqi army chief of staff) states that his security forces are just days away from completing operation recapture mosul from isil.
What happened in 2002?
2002 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
- Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
- Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.
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What was the calendar for May 2002?
May 2002 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.
