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August 31, 1999 was the 243rd day of the year 1999, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 31, 1999 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 31, 1999, who was born and died on August 31, 1999, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 31, 1999, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bailamos by Enrique Iglesias), movies (e.g. Fight Club, directed by David Fincher), TV series (e.g. Let Them Eat Cake) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 31st, 1999 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 31, 1999?
- August 31, 1999: What happened on that day?
- August 31, 1999: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 31, 1999: What were the main match results that day?
- August 31, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 31, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 31, 1999?
- August 31, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 31, 1999: What famous people died on that day?
- August 31, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 31, 1999: Number 1 song on that day
- August 31, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 31, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 31, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 31, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 31, 1999?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1999?
- Who was the Pope on August 31, 1999?
What day of the week was August 31, 1999?
August 31, 1999 was a Tuesday and it was the 243rd day of the year 1999 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 31, 1999 can also be written as 8/31/1999 in the US and as 31/8/1999 in UK and Europe.
August 31, 1999: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 31, 1999:
- A lapa boeing 737-200 crashes during takeoff from jorge newbury airport in buenos aires, killing 65, including two on the ground.
- Apple computer releases the power macintosh g4.
- A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hits athens, killing 143 and injuring more than 2,000.
- Viacom and cbs merge.
August 31, 1999: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 31, 1999:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $78.06
- Apple AAPL: opens at $62.59
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $91.81
- General Electric GE: opens at $114.50
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $124.37
August 31, 1999: What were the main match results that day?
Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)
- QPR - Port Vale : 3 - 2
Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Bournemouth - Luton : 1 - 0
- Wycombe - Wrexham : 0 - 1
Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Brighton - Hull : 3 - 0
- Halifax - Torquay : 2 - 0
- Shrewsbury - Hartlepool : 0 - 0
August 31, 1999: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 31st 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 31, 1999: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 31, 1999 is Rabbit and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 31st, 1999 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 31, 1999: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 31, 1999 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 31, 1999 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 31, 1999 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 09:55 pm and setting at 12:25 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1999 while the next full moon would come on Sep 25, 1999.
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Who was born on August 31, 1999?
Famous people born on August 31, 1999:
- Megan Stitz
Youtube star.
- Ciera Stitz
Youtube star.
- Miomir Kecmanović
- Desmond Ridder
- Sydney Schneider
- Ramón Sosa
- Abraham Sie
- Tobias Svendsen
- Marián Chobot
Whose famous birthday is on August 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 31st:
![Richard Gere]()
Richard GereAmerican actor.
![Chris Tucker]()
Chris TuckerAmerican actor and comedian best known for his role in the Rush Hour film series.
![James Coburn]()
James CoburnAmerican actor, 6'2", slim and relaxed, with a variety of roles, from cowboy to master spy.
![Marcia Clark]()
Marcia ClarkAmerican lawyer who rose to prominence as the o.j.
![Itzhak Perlman]()
Itzhak PerlmanIsraeli-american violinist and conductor.
![William Saroyan]()
William SaroyanAmerican author of short stories, novels, and plays.
![Eldridge Cleaver]()
Eldridge CleaverAfro-american militant black activist from the '60s.
![Buddy Hackett]()
Buddy HackettAmerican comedian and actor (d. 2003).
![Arthur Godfrey]()
Arthur GodfreyAmerican entertainer.
![Richard Basehart]()
Richard BasehartAmerican stage actor who made his broadway debut in 1938.
August 31, 1999: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 24 years 7 months old,
or 295 months and 19 days old,
or 1285 weeks and 3 days old,
or 8998 days old,
if you were born on August 31, 1999.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 31, 1999?
There are 134 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 31, 1999?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 31, 1999.
August 31, 1999: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 31, 1999:
- Marguerite Chapman
- Vittorio Guidano
What famous deaths happened on August 31st?
Famous deaths on August 31st:
![Max Bygraves]()
Max BygravesBritish cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.
![David Farrar]()
David FarrarForest gate, england -- actor.
![Michael Constantine]()
Michael ConstantineGreek-american actor (b. 1927).
![Sally Rand]()
Sally RandHickory county, missouri -- stripper (fan dance).
![Charles Delaney]()
Charles DelaneyDies at 67.
- Charlot Baudelaire
Influential poet known for his symbolist style.
- John Bunyan
English preacher, theologian, and author (d. 1688).
- Leili Behbahani
Prominent Iranian poet known for her modernist poetry.
- Rockney Marciano
Legendary heavyweight boxer with an undefeated record.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 31st
August 31, 1999: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 31, 1999:
- Trinidad and Tobago - Independence Day (from Great Britain, 1962)
- Kyrgyzstan - Independence Day (from USSR, 1991)
- Malaysia - Hari Merdeka, a National Day (independence within the Commonwealth, 1957)
- Moldova: Day of Our Language (Limba Noastra)
- Calendar of Saints - Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, San Abbondio, Saint Raymond Nonnatus
Observances on August 31, 1999:
- International Day for People of African Descent
August 31, 1999: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 31, 1999 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 30th and September 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 31, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 31, 1999 was Bailamos by Enrique Iglesias, according to the music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1999: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 31, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Enrique Iglesias - Bailamos
- Christina Aguilera - Genie In A Bottle
- LFO - Summer Girls
- TLC - Unpretty
- Smash Mouth - All Star
August 31, 1999: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 31, 1999 was Mambo No 5 (A Little Bit Of...) by Lou Bega, according to the music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1999: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 31, 1999 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Lou Bega - Mambo No 5 (A Little Bit Of...)
- Shaft - (Mucho Mambo) Sway
- Eiffel 65 - Blue (Da Ba Dee)
- DJ Jean - The Launch
- The Vengaboys - We're Going To Ibiza!
August 31, 1999: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 31, 1999 was Bills, Bills, Bills by Destiny's Child, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1999: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 31, 1999 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Destiny's Child - Bills, Bills, Bills
- Faith Evans - Never Gonna Let You Go
- Eric Benet Featuring Tamia - Spend My Life With You
- Ginuwine - So Anxious
- Maxwell - Fortunate
August 31, 1999: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 31, 1999 was Bella [She's All I Ever Had] by Ricky Martin, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 30th and September 5th.
August 31, 1999: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 31, 1999 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 30th and September 5th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Ricky Martin - Bella [She's All I Ever Had]
- Millie - De Hoy En Adelante
- Luis Miguel - Sol, Arena Y Mar
- Jennifer Lopez With Marc Anthony - No Me Ames
- Gilberto Santa Rosa - Dejate Querer
August 31, 1999: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 31, 1999 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fight Club
Release year: 1999
Directed by: David Fincher
Starring: Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Meat Loaf, Zach Grenier
Country: United States of America
American Beauty
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Sam Mendes
Starring: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Thora Birch, Wes Bentley
Country: United States of America
The Cider House Rules
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Lasse Hallström
Starring: Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron, Michael Caine, Delroy Lindo
Country: United States of America
Julien Donkey-Boy
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Harmony Korine
Starring: Ewen Bremner, Brian Fisk, Chloë Sevigny, Werner Herzog
Stigmata
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Rupert Wainwright
Starring: Patricia Arquette, Gabriel Byrne, Jonathan Pryce, Nia Long
August 31, 1999: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 31, 1999 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Let Them Eat Cake
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Alexis Krasilovsky
Get Real
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Simon Shore
Twice in a Lifetime
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Bud Yorkin
Hidden Love
Release year: 1999
Directed by: Alessandro Capone
Toast
Release year: 1999
Directed by: S.J. Clarkson
August 31, 1999: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 31, 1999 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Devil'S Teardrop
By: Jeffery Deaver
After a machinegun attack by the Digger in the early morning leaves many dead in Washington, D.C.'s subway, the mayor's Office receives a message demanding twenty-million dollars.
All The Queen'S Men
By: Linda Howard
Linda Howard effortlessly combines thrilling sensuality and heart-pounding drama tension. She brings back the mysterious hero of Kill and Tell in this powerful New York.
Shadow
By: Bob Woodward
The New York Times Notable Book of the year Ford declared, "My fellow Americans. Our long national nightmare has ended."
The Greatest Generation
By: Tom Brokaw
This is the instant bestseller and instant classic that has changed how we see World War II. It was written by the beloved journalist, whose iconic career lasted over fifty years.
Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets
By: J. K. Rowling
Jim Kay, an award-winning artist, illustrates year two of Harry Potter’s adventures at Hogwarts in stunning, gift-ready format. Harry Potter was so disgusted by the Dursleys that summer, he wanted to return to Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry.
August 31, 1999: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 31, 1999 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Countdown Vampires
Beavis and Butt-head Do U.
Egypt 1156 B.C.: Tomb of the Pharaoh
Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance
Aqua Rush
Who was the US President on August 31, 1999?
On August 31, 1999 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 31, 1999?
On August 31, 1999 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 31, 1999?
On August 31, 1999 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 31st?
August 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:
- 2018 - War in donbass - alexander zakharchenko (leader of the self-proclaimed donetsk people's republic), is killed in an explosion at a cafe near donetsk.
- 2017 - Wells fargo account fraud scandal - wells fargo reports that an additional 1.4 million accounts were found to be fraudulent. this brings the total number of potentially fraudulent accounts to around 3.5 million.
- 2016 - After "proof" of two miracles, mother teresa of calcutta will be made a saint.
What happened in 1999?
1999 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The Euro currency is introduced in 11 countries - members of the European Union (with the exception of the United Kingdom, Denmark, Greece and Sweden).
- A brutal snowstorm smashes into the Midwestern United States, causing 14 inches (359 mm) of snow at Milwaukee, Wisconsin and 19 inches (487 mm) at Chicago, Illinois. In Chicago, temperatures plunge to -13 degrees F (-25 degrees C), and 68 deaths are reported.
- Israel detains, and later expels, 14 members of Concerned Christians.
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What was the calendar for August 1999?
August 1999 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.
