Saturday May 16, 2009: on this day

May 16, 2009 was the 136th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 16, 2009 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 16, 2009, who was born and died on May 16, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas), movies (e.g. The Hangover, directed by Todd Phillips), TV series (e.g. The Incredible Human Journey) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 16, 2009?


May 16, 2009 was a Saturday and it was the 136th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 16, 2009 can also be written as 5/16/2009 in the US and as 16/5/2009 in UK and Europe.

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May 16, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 16, 2009:

  • The 134th preakness stakes runs in baltimore, maryland, usa. calvin borel rides rachel alexandra, the first win for any philly since 1924.
  • Norway's alexander rybak wins the 2009 eurovision song contest.
  • Ruth padel is the university of oxford's first woman professor of poetry.
  • Manchester united football club wins the premier league 2008-09 season.
  • Gulf drug cartel releases 59 prisoners from zacatecas prison, mexico.
  • Yukio hatoyama, representative of japan's democratic party, is elected president.
  • The people's party gives in to the united progressive alliance at india's general elections.
  • According to the niger delta emancipation movement, one nigerian hostage was killed by nigeria's military during an operation.
  • Peshawar, pakistan: a car bomb inflicts 25 injuries and kills at most 11 people.
  • President mahinda rajapaksa claims that sri lanka has ampquotmilitarily defeated tamil tigersampquot.
  • The royal air force of the united kingdom has ceased its involvement in iraq.
  • A 30 person acid attack leaves hong kong, people's republic of china.
  • Berlin, germany: thousands protest unemployment
  • India and turkey confirm the first cases of (a.)h1n1 flu.
  • Minecraft was made available to the public

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May 16, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Roma - Catania : 4 - 3
  • Udinese - Milan : 2 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Club Brugge - Mouscron : 4 - 1
  • Dender - Charleroi : 1 - 2
  • Genk - Anderlecht : 0 - 2
  • Gent - Standard : 0 - 1
  • Roeselare - Cercle Brugge : 1 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bochum - Ein Frankfurt : 2 - 0
  • Dortmund - Bielefeld : 6 - 0
  • Hamburg - FC Koln : 0 - 1
  • Hannover - Wolfsburg : 0 - 5
  • Hertha - Schalke 04 : 0 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • La Coruna - Getafe : 1 - 1
  • Osasuna - Sevilla : 0 - 0
  • Villarreal - Real Madrid : 3 - 2
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May 16, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th 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 16, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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May 16, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 16, 2009 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 2009 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 16, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 01:18 am and setting at 12:52 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 09, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Jun 07, 2009.

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Who was born on May 16, 2009?


Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:

  • Megan Fox
    Megan Fox

    American actress and model.

  • Pierce Brosnan
    Pierce Brosnan

    He is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.

  • Janet Jackson
    Janet Jackson

    American actress and recording artist.

  • Tori Spelling
    Tori Spelling

    American actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.

  • Henry Fonda
    Henry Fonda

    American actor.

  • Joseph Morgan
    Joseph Morgan

    Joseph morgan is a british tv actor best known for his role as klaus mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off, the...

  • Danny Trejo
    Danny Trejo

    Danny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.

  • David Boreanaz
    David Boreanaz

    David boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.

  • Thomas Brodie-Sangster
    Thomas Brodie-Sangster

    Thomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.

  • Debra Winger
    Debra Winger

    American actress, whose films include "urban cowboy," 1980 and "an officer and a gentleman," respectively.

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May 16, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years 10 months old,

or 178 months and 13 days old,

or 775 weeks and 6 days old,

or 5431 days old,

if you were born on May 16, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 16, 2009?

There are 48 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 16, 2009.

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May 16, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 16, 2009:

  • Verley Tinsley

    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative reporting.

  • Giulio Gianini
  • Sándor Katona
  • Raffaele Paparella Treccia
  • Piero Lacaita

What famous deaths happened on May 16th?

Famous deaths on May 16th:

  • Jim Henson
    Jim Henson

    American puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.

  • Andy Kaufman
    Andy Kaufman

    American actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.

  • Ronnie James Dio
    Ronnie James Dio

    American heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).

  • Alain Cuny
    Alain Cuny

    French actor.

  • Irwin Shaw
    Irwin Shaw

    American writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).

  • Marisa Mell
    Marisa Mell

    Austrian actress who was a cult character in 1960s italian b-movies.

  • Felcia Dorothea Browne Hemans

    Celebrated poet of the Romantic era, known for her lyrical works.

  • Romaldo Giurgola

    Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.

  • Felcia Browne

    Notable author recognized for her contributions to literature.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 16th

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May 16, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 16, 2009:

  • Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
  • Teacher's Day in Malaysia.

Observances on May 16, 2009:

  • International Day of Living Together in Peace
  • International Day of Light [UNESCO]

Saints celebrated on May 16, 2009:

  • Saint HonorT of Amiens
  • Saint Andrew Bobola
  • Saint Ubaldus
  • Saint Simon Stock
  • Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
  • Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.
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May 16, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 16, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 11th and May 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 16, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 2009 was Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

May 16, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 16, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Boom Boom Pow youtube
  2. - Blame It
  3. - Poker Face
  4. - Day 'N' Nite
  5. - Sugar

May 16, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

May 16, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 16, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blame It
  2. - Boyfriend #2
  3. - Turn My Swag On
  4. - Rockin' That Thang
  5. - If This Isn't Love

May 16, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 16, 2009 was El Amor by Tito "El Bambino" El Patron, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

May 16, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 16, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 11th and May 17th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Amor
  2. - Tu No Eres Para Mi
  3. - Te Presumo
  4. - Aqui Estoy Yo
  5. - Almas Gemelas

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May 16, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 16, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Hangover

The Hangover

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Todd Phillips

Starring: Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper, Justin Bartha, Ed Helms

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

Eden Lake

Eden Lake

Release year: 2009

Directed by: James Watkins

Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell

Country: United States of America

May 16, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 16, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Incredible Human Journey

The Incredible Human Journey

Release year: 2009

Little Krishna

Little Krishna

Release year: 2009

Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment

Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment

Release year: 2009

Kröd Mändoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire

Kröd Mändoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire

Release year: 2009

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diplomatic Immunity

Diplomatic Immunity

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Peter Maris

May 16, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 16, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

House Of Cards by William D. Cohan

House Of Cards

By:

This is a frank account of the greed and negligence that led to Wall Street's collapse and the financial crisis in the United States.

Losing Mum And Pup by Christopher Buckley

Losing Mum And Pup

By:

Christopher Buckley was able to cope with the death of his father William F. Buckley (father of the conservative movement) and his mother Patricia Taylor in twelve months.

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Twilight

By:

Isabella Swan moved to Forks in Washington. It was a small and rainy place. Isabella's life changes dramatically when she meets Edward Cullen.

Long Lost by Harlan Coben

Long Lost

By:

This is the #1 New York Times Bestseller. It all begins with a phone call to Myron Boiltar in the early morning. Terese Collins, his old flame, is in Paris and needs his help.

The Perfect Poison by Amanda Quick

The Perfect Poison

By:

She can smell any poison. He can read any clue. They make the perfect couple to find a murderer.

May 16, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 16, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Battlefield 1943

Battlefield 1943

Platform: Xbox Live Arcade PlayStation Network

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Age of Pirates 2: City of Abandoned Ships

Age of Pirates 2: City of Abandoned Ships

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Playlogic

Astro Boy: The Video Game

Astro Boy: The Video Game

Platform: PlayStation Portable, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, Wii

Genre: Action platform

Publisher: D3 Publisher

The Punisher: No Mercy

The Punisher: No Mercy

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Amagami

Amagami

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Drama, Romantic Comedy, Harem

Publisher: Enterbrain

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Who was the US President on May 16, 2009?

On May 16, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 2009?

On May 16, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 16, 2009?

On May 16, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 16th?

May 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Sinai insurgency: 47 insurgents are killed and five egyptian soldiers are wounded in a gunfight on the sinai peninsula.
  • 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: battle of farah): taliban forces claim that they have taken control the western city farah, after fighting for two days. after a similar attack on kunduz 2015, it is now the second provincial capital temporarily taken over.
  • 2017 - Wannacry ransomware attacks: symantec and kaspersky lab, cybersecurity companies, report that technical evidence links wannacry's ransomware attack with the north korean-backed lazarus group. also, cyberattacks against sony pictures and the swift banking system in the past are believed to have been carried out by north korea. (the guardian),

Find out more about May 16th

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for May 2009?

May 2009 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.

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