Saturday May 26, 2001: on this day

May 26, 2001 was the 146th day of the year 2001, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is May 26, 2001 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 26, 2001, who was born and died on May 26, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 26, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. All For You by Janet), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Blind Date) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 26th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 26, 2001?


May 26, 2001 was a Saturday and it was the 146th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 2001 can also be written as 5/26/2001 in the US and as 26/5/2001 in UK and Europe.

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May 26, 2001: What happened on that day?


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May 26, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on May 26, 2001:

  • 1 EUR = 1.3266 CAD
  • 1 GBP = 2.7439 AUD
  • 1 GBP = 2.1956 CAD
  • 1 AUD = 0.8001 CAD
  • 1 AUD = 0.9203 CHF

May 26, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Philadelphia 76ers - Milwaukee Bucks : 74 - 80

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Las Palmas - Celta : 0 - 1
  • Real Madrid - Alaves : 5 - 0

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Elche - Eibar : 2 - 0
  • Ferrol - Sp Gijon : 2 - 3
  • Jaen - Recreativo : 3 - 1
  • U.Las Palmas - Sevilla : 1 - 3

Ethniki Katigoria - Football (Greece)

  • Iraklis - Ionikos : 3 - 2
  • Xanthi - AEK : 0 - 1
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May 26, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Snake personality and how the Metal 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 May 26th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 26, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 26, 2001 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 2001 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 26, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 08:41 am and setting at 12:06 am.

The previous full moon was on May 07, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 2001.

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Who was born on May 26, 2001?


Famous people born on May 26, 2001:

  • Megan Charpentier
    Megan Charpentier

    Movie actress.

  • Lauren Irwin

    Family member.

  • Alexander Prass
  • Adrián Bernabé
  • Bart van Rooij
  • Vinícius Rangel
  • Bismark Charles

Whose famous birthday is on May 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 26th:

  • Lauryn Hill
    Lauryn Hill

    Lauryn hill is a grammy-winning r&b singer known for her powerful vocals and socially conscious lyrics.

  • Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena bonham carter is an english actress known for her versatile and eccentric roles in films such as 'fight club', 'the king's speech',...

  • Pam Grier
    Pam Grier

    Pam grier is an american actress known for her roles in iconic 1970s blaxploitation films such as 'coffy' and 'foxy brown'.

  • Corinne Le Poulain
    Corinne Le Poulain

    French actress on stage, film, and tv, niece of jean le poulain.

  • James Arness
    James Arness

    American actor best known for his tv series, "gunsmoke," 1955-1975.

  • Peter Cushing
    Peter Cushing

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Peggy Lee
    Peggy Lee

    American singer, songwriter and arranger.

  • Elisabeth Harnois
    Elisabeth Harnois

    American actress.

  • Margaret Colin
    Margaret Colin

    Actress (independence day: three men & a baby).

  • Nicki Aycox
    Nicki Aycox

    Nicki Aycox is an actress who has appeared in various TV shows and movies.

See more famous people and celebrities born on May 26th

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May 26, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 10 months old,

or 274 months and 3 days old,

or 1191 weeks and 6 days old,

or 8343 days old,

if you were born on May 26, 2001.

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 26, 2001?

There are 58 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 26, 2001.

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May 26, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 26, 2001:

  • Anne Haney

    American actress (d. 2001).

  • Moven Mahachi

    Zimbabwean soldier and politician, zimbabwean minister of defence (b. 1952).

  • Dona Massin

    Canadian actress and choreographer (b. 1917).

  • Vittorio Brambilla

    Italian racing driver (born 1937).

  • Aldo Cetrullo
  • Antonio Russello
  • Roman Codreanu
  • Alexandre Chazeaux

What famous deaths happened on May 26th?

Famous deaths on May 26th:

  • Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta

    American actor seen in "lethal weapon", and "goodfellas.

  • Art Linkletter
    Art Linkletter

    Canadian entertainer.

  • Jean Constantin
    Jean Constantin

    French singer-songwriter and composer of over 300 songs.

  • George Brent
    George Brent

    Actor (baby face.

  • Sharon Lynn
    Sharon Lynn

    Actress (way out west big broadcast), dies aged 53.

  • Cybele

    Ancient Phrygian and Greek goddess associated with nature, fertility, and the Great Mother.

  • Phinneas Newborn

    Renowned basketball player known for his exceptional skills on the court.

  • Zeki Velidi Togan

    Renowned historian known for his works on Turkic history.

  • Fount Haines

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Adamae Davis

    Renowned jazz singer and performer.

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May 26, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 26, 2001:

  • Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
  • Georgia - National Day
  • Poland - Mother's Day
  • Australia - National Sorry Day

Saints celebrated on May 26, 2001:

  • Saint Germain of Paris
  • Saint William of Aquitaine
  • Saint Simitrius
  • Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
  • Saint Lambert (d.1154)
  • Saint Berenger (died 1093)
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May 26, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 26, 2001 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 26, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 2001 was All For You by Janet, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 26, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 26, 2001 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:

  1. - All For You
  2. - Survivor
  3. - Lady Marmalade
  4. - Hanging By A Moment
  5. - Ride Wit Me

May 26, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 2001 was Don't Stop Movin' by S Club 7, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 26, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 26, 2001 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:

  1. - Don't Stop Movin'
  2. - It's Raining Men
  3. - Out Of Reach
  4. - Survivor
  5. - Cold As Ice

May 26, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 2001 was My Baby by Lil' Romeo, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 26, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 26, 2001 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:

  1. - My Baby
  2. - Missing You
  3. - Fiesta
  4. - Get Ur Freak On
  5. - Heard It All Before

May 26, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 26, 2001 was Quiero by Jerry Rivera, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

May 26, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 26, 2001 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:

  1. - Quiero
  2. - La Bomba
  3. - Abrazame Muy Fuerte
  4. - O Me Voy O Te Vas
  5. - No Te Podias Quedar

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May 26, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 26, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Tigerland

Tigerland

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr., Tom Guiry

Country: United States of America

Atlantis: The Lost Empire

Atlantis: The Lost Empire

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise

Starring: Michael J. Fox, Jim Varney, Corey Burton, Claudia Christian

Country: United States of America

The Faculty

The Faculty

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Robert Rodriguez

Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett

Country: United States of America

What Women Want

What Women Want

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nancy Meyers

Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda

Country: United States of America

Delivering Milo

Delivering Milo

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nick Castle

Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott

Country: United States of America

May 26, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 26, 2001 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Blind Date

Blind Date

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Blake Edwards

Dismissed

Dismissed

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Benjamin Arfmann

Trailer Park Boys

Trailer Park Boys

Release year: 2001

Written by:

Starring: John Paul Tremblay, Robb Wells, Mike Smith, John Dunsworth

Country: Canada

Dog Eat Dog

Dog Eat Dog

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Paul Schrader

Soledad

Soledad

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Eduardo Maytorena

May 26, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 26, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Last Time They Met by Anita Shreve

The Last Time They Met

By:

From the moment Linda and Thomas first met at a charming hotel in a faraway city to the moment they finally meet thirty-five years ago on a rocky shore, it was a fateful encounter that binds them together.

The Bonesetter'S Daughter by Amy Tan

The Bonesetter'S Daughter

By:

""As captivating as Tan's first bestseller, The Joy Luck Club. . . Amy Tan is the only one who writes with more empathy about daughters and mothers than Amy Tan."

Dreamcatcher by Stephen King

Dreamcatcher

By:

Stephen King is a master storyteller and his #1 New York Times Bestseller about four friends who meet evil in the Maine woods. Twenty-five years ago, they bravely stood up to save a child with a mental disability from being …

Atlantis Found by Clive Cussler

Atlantis Found

By:

Dirk Pitt, a marine explorer, faces an elite army from an earlier era to discover the secrets of an ancient civilisation in this #1 New York Times bestseller series.

Comfort Me With Apples by Ruth Reichl

Comfort Me With Apples

By:

BONUS: Ruth Reichl has returned with this delicious sequel to her bestseller Tender at the Bone!

May 26, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 26, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Carnivores Ice Age

Carnivores Ice Age

Platform: Microsoft Windows, iOS, Android, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Sport (hunting) First-person shooter

Publisher: WizardWorks Software, Infogrames

Air Ranger: Rescue Helicopter

Air Ranger: Rescue Helicopter

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: ASK (JPN) Midas Interactive Entertainment

Castlevania: Circle of the Moon

Castlevania: Circle of the Moon

Platform: Game Boy Advance, Wii U Virtual Console

Genre: Platform-adventure, Action role-playing

Publisher: Konami

Blue Wing Blitz

Blue Wing Blitz

Platform: WonderSwan Color (compatible with WonderSwan)

Genre: Tactical role-playing game

Publisher: Square

Digimon Rumble Arena

Digimon Rumble Arena

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Bandai

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Who was the US President on May 26, 2001?

On May 26, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 26, 2001?

On May 26, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 26, 2001?

On May 26, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 26th?

May 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - May 2019 kathmandu bombings - four people were killed and seven more were injured in three explosions that occurred in kathmandu, nepal. police suspect a maoist splinter organization may be responsible.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: many more properties destroyed by kilauea's continuing eruption.
  • 2017 - 2017 minya attack, gunmen open fire upon buses carrying coptic christians, minya governorate in egypt. at least 28 people were killed and dozens more were injured. according to state media, the egyptian air force attacked militant camps in eastern libya as a retaliation for the minya attack.

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What happened in 2001?

2001 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sila Calderon is elected the first female Governor for Puerto Rico
  • J.P. Morgan changes the name of its company to J.P. Morgan Chase.
  • The 107th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Bill Nelson (Democrat-Florida), Tom Carper (Democrat-Delaware), Debbie Stabenow (Democrat-Michigan), John Ensign (Republican-Nevada), George Allen (Republican-Virginia), Maria Cantwell (Democrat-Washington), Ben Nelson (Democrat-Nebraska), Hillary Clinton (Democrat-New York), Jon Corzine (Democrat-New Jersey), Jean Carnahan (Democrat-Missouri), and Mark Dayton (Democrat-Minnesota).

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What was the calendar for May 2001?

May 2001 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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