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October 31, 2009 was the 304th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is October 31, 2009 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 31, 2009, who was born and died on October 31, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 31, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Down by Jay Sean), movies (e.g. Ten Inch Hero, directed by David Mackay), TV series (e.g. Fear Clinic) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 31st, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 31, 2009?
- October 31, 2009: What happened on that day?
- October 31, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 31, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 31, 2009?
- October 31, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 31, 2009: What famous people died on that day?
- October 31, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 31, 2009: Number 1 song on that day
- October 31, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 31, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 31, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 31, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 31, 2009?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 31, 2009?
- Who was the Pope on October 31, 2009?
What day of the week was October 31, 2009?
October 31, 2009 was a Saturday and it was the 304th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 31, 2009 can also be written as 10/31/2009 in the US and as 31/10/2009 in UK and Europe.
October 31, 2009: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 31, 2009:
- Mahamadou issoufou, the opposition leader in niger, returns to face money laundering charges.
- After holding an "unsanctioned” human rights rally, more than 50 people were arrested in moscow.
- His captors in the philippines release a video of father michael sinnott, an irish priest kidnapped. the kidnappers demand a ransom of $2 million (eur1.36million). this is the first evidence sinnott is alive after his kidnapping on 11 october.
October 31, 2009: What were the main match results that day?
Serie A - Italian Football
- Juventus - Napoli : 2 - 3
- Milan - Parma : 2 - 0
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Anderlecht - Lokeren : 2 - 0
- Club Brugge - St Truiden : 1 - 0
- Kortrijk - Mechelen : 2 - 0
- Waregem - Charleroi : 2 - 2
- Westerlo - Roeselare : 2 - 2
Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)
- FC Koln - Hannover : 0 - 1
- Hamburg - M'gladbach : 2 - 3
- Nurnberg - Werder Bremen : 2 - 2
- Schalke 04 - Leverkusen : 2 - 2
- Stuttgart - Bayern Munich : 0 - 0
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Ahlen - Greuther Furth : 0 - 1
- Bielefeld - Cottbus : 2 - 0
October 31, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 31st is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 31, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 31, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 31st, 2009 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 31, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 31, 2009 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 31, 2009 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 October 31, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 04:24 pm and setting at 05:11 am.
The previous full moon was on Oct 04, 2009 while the next full moon would come on Nov 02, 2009.
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Who was born on October 31, 2009?
Whose famous birthday is on October 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 31st:
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John CandyAmerican comedian and actor, he is extremely overweight with the appearance of a sweet, wicked child.
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Vanilla IceVanilla Ice is an American rapper, actor, and television host who rose to fame in the early 1990s with his hit single 'Ice Ice Baby'.
![Bud Spencer]()
Bud SpencerBud spencer is an actor, filmmaker, and former professional swimmer from italy.
![Piper Perabo]()
Piper PeraboAmerican actress and producer.
![Dermot Mulroney]()
Dermot MulroneyAmerican actor.
![Peter Jackson]()
Peter JacksonNew zealander filmmaker and oscar-winning director of "the lord of the rings", his movie trilogy based on the j.r.
![Rob Schneider]()
Rob SchneiderAmerican actor and comedian.
![Ken Wahl]()
Ken WahlAmerican screenwriter and actor.
![Samaire Armstrong]()
Samaire ArmstrongFashion designer and actress from japan-america,.
![Justin Chatwin]()
Justin ChatwinCanadian actor.
October 31, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 14 years 5 months old,
or 173 months and 19 days old,
or 754 weeks and 6 days old,
or 5284 days old,
if you were born on October 31, 2009.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 31, 2009?
There are 195 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 31, 2009?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 31, 2009.
October 31, 2009: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 31, 2009:
- Tom Wheatcroft
English businessman, founded the donington grand prix exhibition (b. 1922).
- Qian Xuesen
Chinese academic and aerodynamicist (d. 2009).
- Mustafa Mahmud
Egyptian physician and author (b. 1921).
- Vittoria Valmaggia
- Francesco Spinelli
- Diana Blefari Melazzi
- Irena Conti Di Mauro
- Qian Xuesen (钱学森)
- Frederick Bernard «Tom» Wheatcroft
- Mustapha Mahmoud (مصطفى كمال محمود حسين)
What famous deaths happened on October 31st?
Famous deaths on October 31st:
![Sean Connery]()
Sean ConneryScottish actor and film legend for his role as agent 007 in "james bond".
![River Phoenix]()
River PhoenixRiver Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
![Joseph Campbell]()
Joseph CampbellAmerican author and leading authority on mythology, the psyche, and symbolism.
![Raf Vallone]()
Raf ValloneHe is a talented and handsome italian actor.
![Rosalind Cash]()
Rosalind CashAmerican actress and leading lady of the 1970s on tv, film, and stage.
![John Houseman]()
John HousemanRomanian-born actor, producer, and director dies from spinal cancer.
![Jan Werich]()
Jan WerichCzech actor, playwright, and writer (born in 1905).
![Joseph Calleia]()
Joseph CalleiaItalian-american singer and actor.
![Linda Watkins]()
Linda WatkinsActress (from hell it came, harpy), dead at 68.
![Harry Houdini]()
Harry HoudiniHungarian-american magician, who was known for performing dangerous and sensational feats for heads of state.
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October 31, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 31, 2009:
- October 31st is Nevada Day
- Protestant Church - Reformation Day: Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses on the Wittenberg church on this day in 1517
- Wikipedia - Wikipedia:Tim Starling Day
- Cornwall - Allantide
- October 31st is Halloween; also see Samhain (an approximate date)
- St. Wolfgang
- St Urban
- St. Quentin
- St. Notburga
- St. Bega
Observances on October 31, 2009:
- World Cities Day
October 31, 2009: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 31, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 26th and November 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 31, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 31, 2009 was Down by Jay Sean, according to the music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.
October 31, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 31, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Jay Sean - Down
- Jason DeRulo - Whatcha Say
- Miley Cyrus - Party In The U.S.A.
- Jay-Z - Run This Town
- Britney Spears - 3
October 31, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 31, 2009 was Pretty Wings by Maxwell, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.
October 31, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 31, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Maxwell - Pretty Wings
- Drake Featuring Kanye West, Lil Wayne & Eminem - Forever
- Gucci Mane Featuring Plies Or OJ Da Juiceman - Wasted
- Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West - Run This Town
- Mario Featuring Gucci Mane & Sean Garrett - Break Up
October 31, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 31, 2009 was Esclavo De Sus Besos by David Bisbal, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 26th and November 1st.
October 31, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 31, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 26th and November 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- David Bisbal - Esclavo De Sus Besos
- Shakira - Loba
- Joan Sebastian - Te Ira Mejor Sin Mi
- Alejandro Sanz Featuring Alicia Keys - Looking For Paradise
- Aventura - Su Veneno
October 31, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 31, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Ten Inch Hero
Release year: 2009
Directed by: David Mackay
Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles
Country: United States of America
P.S. I Love You
Release year: 2009
Directed by: Richard LaGravenese
Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow
Country: United States of America
The Wackness
Release year: 2009
Directed by: Jonathan Levine
Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen
Country: United States of America
Eden Lake
Release year: 2009
Directed by: James Watkins
Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell
Country: United States of America
Killshot
Release year: 2009
Directed by: John Madden
Starring: Thomas Jane, Diane Lane, Mickey Rourke, Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Country: United States of America
October 31, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 31, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Fear Clinic
Release year: 2009
Directed by: Robert Hall
Amelia
Release year: 2009
Directed by: Mira Nair
Astro Boy
Release year: 2009
Directed by: David Bowers
My Fair Lady
Release year: 2009
Directed by: Kate Scholefield
Special Ops Mission
Release year: 2009
Directed by: Military Channel
October 31, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 31, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Wolf Hall
By: Hilary Mantel
WINNER OF 2009 MAN BOOKER PRIZEWINNER of THE NATIONAL BOOKCRITICS CIRCLE AWARD for FICTIONA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLEREngland is a heartbeat away from disaster.
The Last Song
By: Nicholas Sparks
Seventeen-year-old Veronica Miller, known as Ronnie, was devastated when her parents separated and moved from New York City (NYC) to Wrightsville Beach (North Carolina).
Evidence
By: Jonathan Kellerman
BONUS: This issue contains an excerpt of Jonathan Kellerman's Victims. A watchman wanders into a Los Angeles mansion and stumbles upon the bodies of a couple. They are murdered and then left behind in a horrifying scene.
Where the Wild Things Are
By: Maurice Sendak
It's fifty years since the publication of Where the Wild Things Are. Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal winning picture book is one of the most beloved and highly acclaimed children's books ever.
Her Fearful Symmetry
By: Audrey Niffenegger
The Time Traveler's Wife is the #1 bestseller. This novel is a riveting read about the love between ghosts, twins, and men. It's set in London's Highgate Cemetery.
October 31, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 31, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Crime Scene
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 – Uprising
Atelier Rorona: The Alchemist of Arland
Archibald's Adventures
Championship Manager 2010
Who was the US President on October 31, 2009?
On October 31, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 31, 2009?
On October 31, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 31, 2009?
On October 31, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about October 31st?
October 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of October. 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 October 31st, such as:
- 2018 - Local student aged 17 years old, who was studying at a nearby school of polytechnics, set off an explosive device in arkhangelsk's federal security service building, killing himself and three fsb officers. this agency is russia's main state security agency, and it succeeds the kgb.
- 2017 - 2017 lower manhattan attack: eight people are killed, and at least eleven others are injured when a man driving a rented pickup truck down a bike path on the west side highway in lower manhattan. police arrest sayfullo saipov (29-year-old uzbekistani immigrant) and shoot him. this incident is being treated as terroristic by police.
- 2016 - Eight members of the students islamic movement of india were escaped from bhopal prison and are being killed by police.
What happened in 2009?
2009 was filled with very interesting events such as
- For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
- Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
- Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.
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What was the calendar for October 2009?
October 2009 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
