Saturday August 17, 2002: on this day

August 17, 2002 was the 229th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is August 17, 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 August 17, 2002, who was born and died on August 17, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Dilemma by Nelly), movies (e.g. Iris, directed by Richard Eyre), TV series (e.g. Cavegirl) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 17, 2002?


August 17, 2002 was a Saturday and it was the 229th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 2002 can also be written as 8/17/2002 in the US and as 17/8/2002 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 2002 in August 2002 calendar

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August 17, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 17, 2002:

  • Extreme weather: dresden's elbe crests at a record height of 30.84 feet (9.40m). along the river's course, 30,000 germans are evacuated.

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August 17, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - Mechelen : 4 - 1
  • Antwerp - Genk : 2 - 4
  • Bergen - Westerlo : 2 - 1
  • Club Brugge - Beveren : 3 - 0
  • Lierse - Louvieroise : 1 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bayern Munich - Bielefeld : 6 - 2
  • Bochum - Cottbus : 5 - 0
  • Hannover - Munich 1860 : 1 - 3
  • Hansa Rostock - Nurnberg : 2 - 0
  • Hertha - Stuttgart : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Amiens - St Etienne : 1 - 0
  • Chateauroux - Creteil : 2 - 0
  • Clermont - Valence : 1 - 0
  • Grenoble - Niort : 1 - 0
  • Gueugnon - Wasquehal : 0 - 2

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Bastia - Monaco : 1 - 0
  • Guingamp - Rennes : 3 - 0
  • Lille - Nice : 0 - 3
  • Montpellier - Bordeaux : 0 - 1
  • Paris SG - Ajaccio : 2 - 2
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August 17, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th 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 17, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on August 17th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 17, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 17, 2002 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 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 August 17, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 78% full, rising at 04:21 pm and setting at 01:37 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Aug 22, 2002.

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Who was born on August 17, 2002?


Famous people born on August 17, 2002:

  • Charlie Cresswell
  • Oscar Uddenäs
  • Chloe Hawthorn

Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:

  • Robert De Niro
    Robert De Niro

    American actor, director, and businessman.

  • Sean Penn
    Sean Penn

    American actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).

  • Donnie Wahlberg
    Donnie Wahlberg

    American musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.

  • Yû Aoi
    Yû Aoi

    Yû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.

  • Austin Butler
    Austin Butler

    Austin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.

  • Belinda Carlisle
    Belinda Carlisle

    American musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...

  • Maureen O'Hara
    Maureen O'Hara

    An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Brady Corbet
    Brady Corbet

    Brady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.

  • Helen McCrory
    Helen McCrory

    British actress (b. 1968).

  • Julian Fellowes
    Julian Fellowes

    English actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.

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August 17, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 7 months old,

or 259 months and 12 days old,

or 1127 weeks and 6 days old,

or 7895 days old,

if you were born on August 17, 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 August 17, 2002?

There are 141 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 17, 2002.

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August 17, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 17, 2002:

  • Valentin Nikolaevič Pluček
  • Roger Piel
  • Alicia Montoya

What famous deaths happened on August 17th?

Famous deaths on August 17th:

  • Billy Murray
    Billy Murray

    Singer (denver nightengale), dies at 77.

  • Pearl Bailey
    Pearl Bailey

    American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.

  • Vivian Vance
    Vivian Vance

    Beloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.

  • Yvonne Craig
    Yvonne Craig

    Yvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.

  • Richard Barthelmess
    Richard Barthelmess

    Actor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Draydon Carter

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Pandit Jasraj

    Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.

  • Odai Barakat

    Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Azaylea Frost

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.

  • Loranzo Da Ponte

    Italian librettist known for his collaborations with Mozart.

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August 17, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 17, 2002:

  • Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
  • Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
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August 17, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 17, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 12th and August 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 17, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.

August 17, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Hot In Herre
  3. - Complicated
  4. - I Need A Girl (Part Two)
  5. - Just A Friend

August 17, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 2002 was Colourblind by Darius, according to the music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.

August 17, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Colourblind
  2. - Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake)
  3. - Automatic High
  4. - Underneath Your Clothes
  5. - Round Round

August 17, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 2002 was Hot In Herre by Nelly, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.

August 17, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hot In Herre
  2. - Dilemma
  3. - Nothin'
  4. - I Need A Girl (Part Two)
  5. - Just A Friend 2002

August 17, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 17, 2002 was Y Tu Te Vas by Chayanne, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 12th and August 18th.

August 17, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 17, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 12th and August 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Y Tu Te Vas
  2. - A Dios Le Pido
  3. - Yo Puedo Hacer
  4. - Quitame Ese Hombre
  5. - El Dolor De Tu Presencia

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August 17, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 17, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Rob Minkoff

Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki

Country: United States of America

The Hours

The Hours

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Stephen Daldry

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep, Claire Danes, Ed Harris, Jeff Daniels, Eileen Atkins, Allison Janney, Toni Collette, John C. Reilly, Stephen Dillane

Country: United States of America

Frida

Frida

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Julie Taymor

Starring: Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Diego Luna, Valeria Golino, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Saffron Burrows, Geoffrey Rush, Roger Rees

Country: United States of America

August 17, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 17, 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:

Cavegirl

Cavegirl

Release year: 2002

Directed by: David Oliver

Dick and Dom in da Bungalow

Dick and Dom in da Bungalow

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Simon Hepworth

Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu

Transufômâ: Maikuron densetsu

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Hidehito Ueda

CNNNN: Chaser Non-Stop News Network

CNNNN: Chaser Non-Stop News Network

Release year: 2002

Starring: Craig Reucassel, Chris Taylor, Julian Morrow, Dominic Knight

Country: Australia

The House That Jack Built

The House That Jack Built

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Henry Barrial

August 17, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 17, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Good To Great by Jim Collins

Good To Great

By:

The Challenge:Built To Last, the most important management study of the nineties showed how great companies can triumph over time and how long term sustained performance can be incorporated into a company's DNA.

The Emperor Of Ocean Park by Stephen L. Carter

The Emperor Of Ocean Park

By:

Stephen Carter's triumphant fiction debut combines suspense and drama in a hugely entertaining novel.

The Right Words At The Right Time by Marlo Thomas

The Right Words At The Right Time

By:

Here are some heartwarming personal revelations from some of the most prominent luminaries of our time.

Tuxedo Park by Jennet Conant

Tuxedo Park

By:

An untold tale about a Wall Street tycoon who was eccentric and assembled a group of scientists geniuses before World War II in order to create the science of radar and the atomic blast.

Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells

Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood

By:

"A big, blowzy romp through the rainbow eccentricities of three generations of crazy bayou debutantes."--Atlanta Journal-Constitution"A very entertaining and, ultimately, deeply moving novel about the complex bonds between mother and daughter."--Washington

August 17, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 17, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Battle Raper: Hyper Realaction

Battle Raper: Hyper Realaction

Platform: Windows

Genre: Eroge and fighting game

Publisher: Illusion

Blender Bros.

Blender Bros.

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Platform, Action

Publisher: Infogrames

Beyblade: Super Tournament Battle

Beyblade: Super Tournament Battle

Platform: Nintendo GameCube

Genre: Role-playing, action

Publisher: Atari Takara Nelvana

Aces of the Air

Aces of the Air

Platform: PlayStation, PlayStation Network

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: JP D3 Publisher; NA Agetec (PlayStation); NA SCEA (PSN)

SpongeBob SquarePants: Employee of the Month

SpongeBob SquarePants: Employee of the Month

Platform: PC

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: THQ

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Who was the US President on August 17, 2002?

On August 17, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2002?

On August 17, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 17, 2002?

On August 17, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 17th?

August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
  • 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
  • 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).

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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 August 2002?

August 2002 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.

Discover how August 2002 calendar looked like.

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