Sunday August 24, 2003: on this day

August 24, 2003 was the 236th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 24, 2003 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 24, 2003, who was born and died on August 24, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy In Love by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Wild Card) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 24, 2003?


August 24, 2003 was a Sunday and it was the 236th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 24, 2003 can also be written as 8/24/2003 in the US and as 24/8/2003 in UK and Europe.

August 24, 2003 in August 2003 calendar

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August 24, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 24, 2003:

  • Hurricane ignacio is approaching the coast of baja california. all airports and harbours in close proximity to low-lying areas must be evacuated.
  • Little league world series: tokyo (japan) defeats boynton beach (florida), 10-1 the tokyo team won the tournament undefeated, beating the saudi arabia team 17 to 0. this was achieved with a perfect game by four japanese pitchers and the invocation of the mercy rule after four innings.
  • Nasa launches the space infrared telescope facility from a delta 2 rocket.

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August 24, 2003: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Charleroi - Cercle Brugge : 0 - 0
  • Germinal - Genk : 2 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Hamburg - Bayern Munich : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Aachen - Erzgebirge Aue : 1 - 0
  • Oberhausen - Burghausen : 1 - 2
  • Osnabruck - Mainz : 2 - 2
  • Union Berlin - Greuther Furth : 3 - 0
  • Unterhaching - Bielefeld : 1 - 0

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Paris SG - Monaco : 2 - 4
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August 24, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 24, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Goat personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 24, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 24, 2003 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 2003 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 24, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 02:27 am and setting at 06:58 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 12, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Sep 10, 2003.

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Who was born on August 24, 2003?


Famous people born on August 24, 2003:

  • Alexandre Coste Grimaldi

    Alexandre coste grimaldi is the son of prince albert ii of monaco and is known for being a member of the royal family.

  • Alexandre Coste

    His father, prince albert of monaco, is a french child from a well-known family.

  • Aaron Lockhart

    American child of well-known parents.

  • Alëna Kostornaja
  • Dion Krasniqi
  • Jalen Neal

Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:

  • Rupert Grint
    Rupert Grint

    Rupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.

  • Dave Chappelle
    Dave Chappelle

    Dave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.

  • Chad Michael Murray
    Chad Michael Murray

    Chad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...

  • Paulo Coelho
    Paulo Coelho

    Brazilian esoteric author.

  • Stephen Fry
    Stephen Fry

    British actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.

  • Martha Higareda
    Martha Higareda

    Martha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.

  • Anne Archer
    Anne Archer

    American actress.

  • Marlee Matlin
    Marlee Matlin

    American actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...

  • Pia Degermark
    Pia Degermark

    Swedish actress.

  • Takashi Miike
    Takashi Miike

    Japanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.

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August 24, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 7 months old,

or 247 months and 5 days old,

or 1074 weeks and 5 days old,

or 7523 days old,

if you were born on August 24, 2003.

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 24, 2003?

There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 24, 2003.

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August 24, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 24, 2003:

  • Wilfred Thesiger

    British travel writer, explorer and photographer also known as mubarak bin london (arabic: "the blessed one of london").

  • Amina Rizk
  • Wilfred Patrick Thesiger
  • Zena Walker

What famous deaths happened on August 24th?

Famous deaths on August 24th:

  • Richard Attenborough
    Richard Attenborough

    English actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.

  • Julie Harris
    Julie Harris

    American actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.

  • Louis Prima
    Louis Prima

    American actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).

  • Jane Greer
    Jane Greer

    American singer and actress (d. 2001).

  • Jay Thomas
    Jay Thomas

    American actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).

  • Amanda Randolph
    Amanda Randolph

    Actress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.

  • Charlie Watts

    Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.

  • Sakae Mutsu

    Japanese statesman and diplomat.

  • Delancey

    Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.

  • Felis Topolski

    Polish-British artist known for his murals and paintings.

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August 24, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 24, 2003:

  • Liberia: Flag Day
  • RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
  • Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
  • Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
  • Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
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August 24, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 24, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 24, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 24, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy In Love
  2. - Right Thurr
  3. - P.I.M.P.
  4. - Shake Ya Tailfeather
  5. - Never Leave You - Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh!

August 24, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 2003 was Breathe by Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 24, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Breathe
  2. - Never Gonna Leave Your Side
  3. - Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh)
  4. - Pretty Green Eyes
  5. - Crazy In Love

August 24, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 2003 was Frontin' by Pharrell Featuring Jay-Z, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 24, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Frontin'
  2. - P.I.M.P.
  3. - Get Low
  4. - In Those Jeans
  5. - Right Thurr

August 24, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 24, 2003 was Fotografia by Juanes With Nelly Furtado, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 24, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 24, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Fotografia
  2. - Un Siglo Sin Ti
  3. - Tu Amor O Tu Desprecio
  4. - Llorare Las Penas
  5. - Puedes Contar Conmigo

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August 24, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 24, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

21 Grams

21 Grams

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Starring: Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Naomi Watts, Danny Huston

Country: United States of America

Matchstick Men

Matchstick Men

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Ridley Scott

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Alison Lohman, Sam Rockwell, Bruce Altman

Country: United States of America

The Dreamers

The Dreamers

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci

Starring: Michael Pitt, Louis Garrel, Eva Green, Anna Chancellor

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

August 24, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 24, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wild Card

Wild Card

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Simon West

Deal or No Deal

Deal or No Deal

Release year: 2003

Alienated

Alienated

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Brian Ackley

Saaya

Saaya

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Anurag Basu

August 24, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 24, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Kate Remembered by A. Scott Berg

Kate Remembered

By:

Katharine Hepburn was a popular actress and movie star for seven decades. She is a cultural icon, beloved by many, and loved by all.

The Lake House by James Patterson

The Lake House

By:

They have survived horrifying government experiments and a terrifying encounter with death. They are now free to explore the world and long for their parents, Kit and Frannie.

To The Nines by Janet Evanovich

To The Nines

By:

The #1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorA Stephanie Plum NovelJanet Evenovich's novels have been voted America's best-sellers.

A Short History Of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson

A Short History Of Nearly Everything

By:

One Summer is the bestselling book by One Summer, one of the most loved writers in the world. He embarks on his final journey to the most difficult and mysterious questions science has ever attempted to answer.

Gone Too Far by Suzanne Brockmann

Gone Too Far

By:

Suzanne Brockmann, the bestselling author of thrillers, dives into the adrenaline-rushing world of counterterrorism and taps into the true passions of the brave men and women who live there.

August 24, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 24, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Astro Boy: Omega Factor

Astro Boy: Omega Factor

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Sega Sony Pictures Television Sony Pictures Consumer Products Tezuka Productions

Command & Conquer: Generals

Command & Conquer: Generals

Platform: Microsoft Windows Mac OS X

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: EA Games (Windows) Aspyr Media (Mac OS X)

Downtown Run

Downtown Run

Platform: PlayStation 2, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo GameCube, mobile game

Genre: Racing game

Publisher: Ubisoft

Barbie Horse Adventures: Mystery Ride

Barbie Horse Adventures: Mystery Ride

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action game, adventure game, children's game, racing game, roleplaying game

Publisher: Universal Interactive

Commandos 3: Destination Berlin

Commandos 3: Destination Berlin

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X

Genre: Real-time tactics

Publisher: Eidos Interactive Feral Interactive (Mac OS X)

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Who was the US President on August 24, 2003?

On August 24, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 2003?

On August 24, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 24, 2003?

On August 24, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 24th?

August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
  • 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.

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What happened in 2003?

2003 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
  • With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
  • All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.

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What was the calendar for August 2003?

August 2003 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 2003 calendar looked like.

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