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August 28, 2004 was the 241st day of the year 2004, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 28, 2004 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 28, 2004, who was born and died on August 28, 2004, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 28, 2004, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lean Back by Terror Squad), movies (e.g. Downfall, directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel), TV series (e.g. Epitafios) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 28th, 2004 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 28, 2004?
- August 28, 2004: What happened on that day?
- August 28, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 28, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 28, 2004?
- August 28, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 28, 2004: What famous people died on that day?
- August 28, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 28, 2004: Number 1 song on that day
- August 28, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 28, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 28, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 28, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 28, 2004?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 28, 2004?
- Who was the Pope on August 28, 2004?
What day of the week was August 28, 2004?
August 28, 2004 was a Saturday and it was the 241st day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 28, 2004 can also be written as 8/28/2004 in the US and as 28/8/2004 in UK and Europe.
August 28, 2004: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 28, 2004:
- A video circulating on the internet shows ben f. barnes, former texas lieutenant governor, apologizing for his role in the entry of george w. bush into texas' air national guard in 1968.
- The opencd, the free software foundation and the open source initiative celebrate the inaugural software freedom day.
- As a gesture of goodwill from the pope to the russian orthodox church, a precious icon was returned to the kremlin's cathedral of the assumption in the form of a roman catholic cardinal. this image is an 18th century copy of the our lady of kazan. it is one of russia's most sacred images.
August 28, 2004: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Anderlecht - Gent : 2 - 0
- Bergen - Oostende : 2 - 0
- Club Brugge - Lierse : 1 - 0
- Lokeren - Mouscron : 1 - 1
- Standard - FC Brussels : 1 - 3
Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)
- Bielefeld - Bochum : 1 - 2
- Freiburg - M'gladbach : 1 - 1
- Hamburg - Nurnberg : 4 - 3
- Hertha - Mainz : 1 - 1
- Kaiserslautern - Stuttgart : 2 - 3
La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)
- Ath Madrid - Malaga : 2 - 0
- Espanol - La Coruna : 1 - 1
- Numancia - Betis : 1 - 1
La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)
- Eibar - Cadiz : 2 - 1
- Lleida - Ferrol : 1 - 2
- Pontevedra - Poli Ejido : 0 - 1
- Tenerife - Elche : 1 - 0
August 28, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 28th 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 28, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 28, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 28th, 2004 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 28, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 28, 2004 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 28, 2004 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 28, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 07:15 pm and setting at 05:25 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 2004.
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Who was born on August 28, 2004?
Famous people born on August 28, 2004:
- Jude Grammer
American child of well-known parents.
- Edan Diop
Whose famous birthday is on August 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 28th:
![Shania Twain]()
Shania TwainShania twain is a canadian country singer known for her hit songs such as 'man! i feel like a woman!' and 'you're still the one'.
![Jack Black]()
Jack BlackJack black is a comedic actor known for his roles in movies such as school of rock, nacho libre, and the kung fu panda series.
![Sheryl Sandberg]()
Sheryl SandbergSheryl sandberg is an american technology executive, author, and billionaire philanthropist known for her role as the chief operating...
![Kay Parker]()
Kay ParkerBritish-american actress.
![David Fincher]()
David FincherAmerican music video and film director.
![Jason Priestley]()
Jason PriestleyVancouver, british columbia -- actor (brandon-beverly hills 90210).
![Amanda Tapping]()
Amanda TappingCanadian actress, producer and director.
![David Soul]()
David SoulAmerican actor, and a star of the tv series starsky and hutch.
![Luis Guzmán]()
Luis GuzmánPuerto rican-american producer and actor.
![Emma Samms]()
Emma SammsEnglish actress.
August 28, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 19 years 7 months old,
or 235 months and 27 days old,
or 1025 weeks and 4 days old,
or 7179 days old,
if you were born on August 28, 2004.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 28, 2004?
There are 126 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 28th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 28, 2004?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 28, 2004.
August 28, 2004: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 28, 2004:
- Geffrey Beene
Geffrey Beene was an American fashion designer known for his innovative and minimalist designs.
- Silvana Jachino
What famous deaths happened on August 28th?
Famous deaths on August 28th:
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Robert Shaw]()
Robert ShawAmerican conductor and longtime musical director of atlanta symphony.
![Chadwick Boseman]()
Chadwick BosemanAmerican actor and playwright (b. 1976).
![Ruth Gordon]()
Ruth GordonAmerican actress, born in 1915.
![Hazel Dawn]()
Hazel DawnUs singer/actress (under clover margie) dies at 98.
- Rafel Lemkin
Legal scholar and journalist who coined the term 'genocide'.
- Lovel ace
Pioneering astronomer who discovered the first pulsar.
- Rally Jones
Civil rights activist known for her work in voter registration and education.
- Havah Armstrong
Renowned for her work in studying planetary atmospheres.
- Anaissa Jones
Anaissa Jones was a child actress best known for her role in the TV series 'Family Affair'.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 28th
August 28, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 28, 2004:
- Many Christian churches: feast day of Saint Augustine of Hippo.
- Hong Kong: Liberation Day (1945)
August 28, 2004: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 28, 2004 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 23rd and August 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 28, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 28, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 28, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Terror Squad - Lean Back
- Lil' Flip - Sunshine
- Ciara - Goodies
- Juvenile - Slow Motion
- Kevin Lyttle - Turn Me On
August 28, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 28, 2004 was Thunderbirds / 3AM by Busted, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 28, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Busted - Thunderbirds / 3AM
- The Streets - Dry Your Eyes
- 3 Of A Kind - Baby Cakes
- The Shapeshifters - Lola's Theme
- Natasha Bedingfield - These Words
August 28, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 28, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 28, 2004 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Terror Squad - Lean Back
- Lil' Flip Featuring Lea - Sunshine
- Alicia Keys Featuring Tony! Toni! Tone! - Diary
- Ciara Featuring Petey Pablo - Goodies
- Jadakiss Featuring Anthony Hamilton - Why?
August 28, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 28, 2004 was Como Tu by Carlos Vives, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.
August 28, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 28, 2004 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Carlos Vives - Como Tu
- Jennifer Pena - Vivo Y Muero En Tu Piel
- Los Temerarios - Que De Raro Tiene
- Paulina Rubio - Algo Tienes
- Alicia Villarreal - Soy Tu Mujer
August 28, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 28, 2004 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Downfall
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Oliver Hirschbiegel
Starring: Bruno Ganz, Alexandra Maria Lara, Ulrich Matthes, Juliane Köhler
Country: United States of America
Howl's Moving Castle
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki
Starring: Chieko Baishô, Takuya Kimura, Tatsuya Gashûin, Akihiro Miwa
Country: United States of America
Hotel Rwanda
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Terry George
Starring: Don Cheadle, Sophie Okonedo, Joaquin Phoenix, Xolani Mali
Country: United States of America
Shattered Glass
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Billy Ray
Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard
Country: United States of America
Runaway Jury
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Gary Fleder
Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman
Country: United States of America
August 28, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 28, 2004 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Epitafios
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Jorge Nisco
Beauty School
Release year: 2004
Directed by: Amy Nicholson
Entourage
Release year: 2004
Written by: Doug Ellin
Directed by: David Frankel
Starring: Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara
Country: United States of America
Medical Investigation
Release year: 2004
Country: United States of America
Joey
Release year: 2004
Country: United States of America
August 28, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 28, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Lost City
By: Clive Cussler with Paul Kemprecos
New York Times Bestseller Author: An enzyme that dramatically prolongs life was discovered in the North Atlantic at two thousand feet, in an area called "Lost."
The Dark Tower VI: Song of Susannah
By: Stephen King
A major motion picture now starring Matthew McConaughey & IdrisElba. The Dark Tower VI: Song of Susannah is the penultimate volume of the Dark Tower series. It's a landmark installment in the epic saga.
Brimstone
By: Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child
The body of a Long Island man has been found in his attic.
Unfit for Command
By: John E. O'Neill, Jerome R. Corsi
John Kerry is a paradox and hypocrite in a strange combination. Ask the authors to critique the Democratic presidential candidate's Vietnamera antiwar activism and military service.
Shem Creek
By: Dorothea Benton Frank
Pat Conroy called her books "hilarious" and "wise", noting that they were "funny with seawater and often damp with it."
August 28, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 28, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Bomberman Hardball
Cabela's Deer Hunt: 2005 Season
Armored Core: Nexus
ESPN NBA 2K5
Fight Night 2004
Who was the US President on August 28, 2004?
On August 28, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 28, 2004?
On August 28, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 28, 2004?
On August 28, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 28th?
August 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:
- 2018 - Two people were killed and 35 injured when a suspected improvised explosive device was planted by the bangsamoro islamic freedom fighters detonated at a festival in isulan sultan kudarat, philippines.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war, syrian civil war spillover in lebanon: qalamoun offensive, july-august 2017,: isil militants, along with their families, leave their strongholds at the lebanon-syria border, qalamun mountains, and make way for the deir ez-zor governorate, under syrian military escort. yesterday, warring parties reached a ceasefire.
- 2016 - Moro conflict: supporters of the islamic state of iraq & the levant are freed from a marawi prison in the philippines by islamic state of iraq & the levant militants.
What happened in 2004?
2004 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Ahmed Yassin is the founder and leader of the Palestinian Sunni Islamist Group Hamas. Two bodyguards and nine civilians are killed when Israeli Air Force AH 64 Apache fired Hellfire missiles hit the Gaza Strip.
- Flash Airlines' Boeing 737-737 aircraft, Flight 604, crashes into the Red Sea killing all 148 passengers.
- At 04:35 UTC, Spirit, a NASA Mars Rover successfully lands on Mars.
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What was the calendar for August 2004?
August 2004 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.
