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May 23, 2012 was the 144th day of the year 2012, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is May 23, 2012 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 23, 2012, who was born and died on May 23, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 23, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Daybreak) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 23rd, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 23, 2012?
- May 23, 2012: What happened on that day?
- May 23, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- May 23, 2012: What were the main match results that day?
- May 23, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 23, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 23, 2012?
- May 23, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 23, 2012: What famous people died on that day?
- May 23, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 23, 2012: Number 1 song on that day
- May 23, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 23, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 23, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 23, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 23, 2012?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 2012?
- Who was the Pope on May 23, 2012?
What day of the week was May 23, 2012?
May 23, 2012 was a Wednesday and it was the 144th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 23, 2012 can also be written as 5/23/2012 in the US and as 23/5/2012 in UK and Europe.
May 23, 2012: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 23, 2012:
- Five people are killed in a drone attack by the united states in north waziristan.
- The iranian navy helped an american cargo ship attacked by pirates from the united arab emirates.
- Phillip phillips, a georgia native, is named the 11th american idol. jessica sanchez, the runner-up, is the first contestant with asian ancestry to reach the finals.
- Due to high supplies and constructive talks about iran's nuclear program, the price of crude oil drops to a seven month low.
- Hewlett-packard plans on slashing 27,000 jobs or 8% of its workforce.
- Shakeel afridi is a pakistani doctor who assisted the cia in tracking down osama bin laden through dna samples taken from bin laden's compound. he was sentenced to 33 years imprisonment for treason.
- Egyptian voters will vote in a presidential election 15 months after the revolution that ousted hosni mubarak as president.
- Adam lambert, a gay artist, debuted at #1 on billboard's 200 album charts with his album trespassing.
May 23, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on May 23, 2012:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.79
- Apple AAPL: opens at $557.50
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.35
- General Electric GE: opens at $19.12
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $195.53
Exchange Rates on May 23, 2012:
- 1 USD = 79.44 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.0244 CAD
- 1 USD = 0.9541 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.3347 CNY
- 1 EUR = 100.0 JPY
May 23, 2012: What were the main match results that day?
La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)
- Alcorcon - Sabadell : 1 - 0
- Alcoyano - Hercules : 0 - 5
- Celta - Xerez : 4 - 1
- Elche - Las Palmas : 1 - 2
- Gimnastic - La Coruna : 1 - 2
May 23, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd is Gemini.
Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini 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 23, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 23rd, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 23, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 23, 2012 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 2012 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 23, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 07:32 am and setting at 10:33 pm.
The previous full moon was on May 06, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Jun 04, 2012.
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Who was born on May 23, 2012?
Whose famous birthday is on May 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 23rd:
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Douglas FairbanksAmerican actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.
![Joan Collins]()
Joan CollinsBritish actress and beautiful teen model.
![Drew Carey]()
Drew CareyAmerican comedian, actor, and writer.
![Rosemary Clooney]()
Rosemary ClooneyAmerican singer and actress, who was likable, beautiful, and became a big hit in the 1950s.
![Artie Shaw]()
Artie ShawAmerican jazz clarinetist, composer, bandleader (born 1910).
![Tom Tykwer]()
Tom TykwerGerman filmmaker producer screenwriter and composer.
![Ulla Jacobsson]()
Ulla JacobssonSwedish actress, perhaps most well-known for her role as the only female speaker in the film zulu.
![Deborah Adair]()
Deborah AdairActress (tracey dynasty and kate-day of our life).
![Betty Garrett]()
Betty GarrettAmerican actress, who started her career in comedy with broadway musicals.
![Barbara Barrie]()
Barbara BarrieAmerican actor and author.
May 23, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 11 years 11 months old,
or 143 months and 1 day old,
or 622 weeks
or 4354 days old,
if you were born on May 23, 2012.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 2012?
There are 29 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 2012?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 23, 2012.
May 23, 2012: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 23, 2012:
- Paul Fussell
American historian, author, and academic (b. 1924).
- Borys Voznyc'kyj
- Francesco Iannelli
- Santiago Antúnez de Mayolo Rynning
What famous deaths happened on May 23rd?
Famous deaths on May 23rd:
![Roger Moore]()
Roger MooreBritish actor.
![Sterling Hayden]()
Sterling HaydenAmerican actor and author.
![Anne Meara]()
Anne MearaAmerican actress, comedian and playwright (b. 1929).
![Patrick Cargill]()
Patrick CargillActor (up pompeii and magic christian), dies aged 77.
![George Jessel]()
George JesselAmerican actor, singer, and producer (b. 1898).
![Moms Mabley]()
Moms MableyAmerican comedian and actor (b. 1894).
![Dorothy Hyson]()
Dorothy HysonActress (spare a copper sing as we go), is killed at 81.
![Nydia Westman]()
Nydia WestmanActress (going my way young mr bobbins) dies at the age of 68.
- John D. Rockefeller
American business magnate and philanthropist, founder of the Standard Oil Company and one of the wealthiest people in history.
- Kawena Pukui
Kawena Pukui was a renowned Hawaiian linguist and ethnographer who made significant contributions to the preservation and understanding of...
May 23, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 23, 2012:
- World Turtle Day
- Discordianism: Day of Disunity
- Bahá'f Faith: Declaration of the Báb
Observances on May 23, 2012:
- International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
Saints celebrated on May 23, 2012:
- Saint Desiderius
- Saint Guibert of Gemblours
- Saint Montana
May 23, 2012: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 23, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 21st and May 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 23, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 2012 was Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 23, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 23, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gotye - Somebody That I Used To Know
- Maroon 5 - Payphone
- Fun. - We Are Young
- Carly Rae Jepsen - Call Me Maybe
- Flo Rida - Wild Ones
May 23, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 2012 was Climax by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 23, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 23, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher - Climax
- Rihanna Featuring Chris Brown - Birthday Cake
- Young Jeezy Featuring Ne-Yo - Leave You Alone
- LoveRance Featuring IamSu & Skipper or 50 Cent - UP!
- Ca$h Out - Cashin' Out
May 23, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 23, 2012 was Ai Se Eu Te Pego by Michel Telo, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.
May 23, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 23, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 21st and May 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Michel Telo - Ai Se Eu Te Pego
- Juan Magan Featuring Pitbull & El Cata - Bailando Por El Mundo
- 3BallMTY Featuring El Bebeto y America Sierra - Intentalo
- Don Omar Featuring Natti Natasha - Dutty Love
- Espinoza Paz - Un Hombre Normal
May 23, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 23, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Moneyball
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Bennett Miller
Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman
Country: United States of America
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Brad Bird
Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton
Country: United States of America
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Release year: 2012
Directed by: John Madden
Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson
Country: United States of America
Killer Joe
Release year: 2012
Directed by: William Friedkin
Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church
Country: United States of America
J. Edgar
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Clint Eastwood
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Hamilton
Country: United States of America
May 23, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 23, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Daybreak
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Stephen Tolkin
Satyamev Jayate
Release year: 2012
Starring: Aamir Khan
Country: India
Any Day Now
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Travis Fine
The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Release year: 2012
Starring: Ashley Clements
Country: United States of America
The Client List
Release year: 2012
Directed by: Eric Laneuville
May 23, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 23, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Passage Of Power
By: Robert A. Caro
WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD, THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE, THE MARK LYNTON HISTORY PRIZE, THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY AMERICAN HISTORY BOOK PRIZE ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES TEN
Mockingjay
By: Suzanne Collins
Now available in paperback, the third book in Suzanne Collins’s bestselling Hunger Games trilogy. "My name's Katniss Everdeen. Why isn't I dead? I should be dead. "Katniss
Catching Fire
By: Suzanne Collins
Suzanne Collins continues the incredible story of Katniss everdeen in Suzanne Collins' phenomenal Hunger Games trilogy. Katniss has won the annual Hunger Games along with Peeta Mellark, a district tribute.
A Dog'S Journey
By: W. Bruce Cameron
This is the direct sequel to A Dog's Purpose, USA Today bestseller by W. Bruce CameronBuddy. It's a great dog.
May 23, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 23, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Brave
Bloodforge
Anna
Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair
Clay Jam
Who was the US President on May 23, 2012?
On May 23, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 23, 2012?
On May 23, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 23, 2012?
On May 23, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about May 23rd?
May 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2019 - Syrian civil war, northwestern syria offensive (april 2019-present). sky news journalist alex crawford is shot by tanks of the syrian army in hbit, idlib governorate. they are covering the fighting. their guide bilal abdul kareem is badly injured from shrapnel to the chest.
- 2018 - Transport in iran: truck owners and drivers from iran start striking in seven provinces in protest at poor working conditions.
- 2017 - After the manchester arena bombing, campaigning for the united kingdom general elections is suspended. 22 people have been killed and 59 others were injured. isil claims responsibility. ariana grande, singer and actress, suspends dangerous woman tour. (ap), (bbc),
What happened in 2012?
2012 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Arab Spring
- The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
- Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.
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What was the calendar for May 2012?
May 2012 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.
