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July 8, 2003

July 8, 2003, was a Tuesday. It was 21 years, 5 months, and 15 days ago. The zodiac star sign for this date is Cancer.

Song charts

Music charts

These songs were on top of the music charts in the United States and the United Kingdom on July 8, 2003:

  • United States: "Crazy In Love" by Beyonce
  • United Kingdom: "Crazy In Love" by Beyonce

The Billboard Hot 100 on July 8, 2003

These were the top five songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart:

  • This Is The Night - Clay Aiken
  • Flying Without Wings - Ruben Studdard
  • Crazy In Love - Beyonce Featuring Jay Z
  • Magic Stick - Lil' Kim Featuring 50 Cent
  • 21 Questions - 50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg
Play the top songs from 2003
A Spotify playlist of songs from 2003. Take a trip back to the peak days of 50 Cent, Beyoncé, Sean Paul and the Black Eyed Peas.
Terminator 3

Top movie at the box office

The movie "Terminator 3" was at the top of the box office on July 8, 2003.

Facts

This date was 7,839 days ago. Approximately 261 months have passed. It was the 189th day of 2003, in week 28. The decade was the 2000s. People born on this day are currently 21 years old and belong to the Gen-Z generation. The Earth has experienced 87 seasons of weather since then.

Take me back to July 8, 2003

Let's take a stroll down memory lane.

It is Tuesday, July 8, 2003. Anyone born today will have the star sign Cancer. The 4th of July celebrations in America have come and passed.

The summer of 2003 is in full swing. The weather is warm, and the evenings are brighter than usual. Most schools and colleges are now finished until August or September. The song "Crazy In Love" by Beyonce is at the top of the music charts in the United States and the United Kingdom. George W. Bush Jnr. is the President of the United States, and the movie Terminator 3 is at the top of the box office.

Tony Blair is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. In technology news, more and more people are beginning to gain access to the Internet. Internet speeds are increasing and MP3 sharing is beginning to threaten the existence of music stores. People are using a software program called LimeWire to share music, software, and videos. Unfortunately, it is also a haven for computer viruses.

Smartphones don't exist yet. There are no Androids or iPhones. Cameras on phones are quickly becoming the norm. However, the photographs that they take are still lacking in quality. It's 2003, so the music charts are being dominated by the likes of 50 Cent, R. Kelly, Sean Paul, 3 Doors Down, Nelly, Evanescence, Chingy and Beyonce.

If you were to travel back to this day, notable figures such as Bob Hope, Charles Bronson, John Ritter, and Johnny Cash would all still be alive. On TV, people are watching popular shows such as "The Sopranos", "Futurama", "MythBusters", and "NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service". Meanwhile, gamers are playing titles such as "Medal of Honor: Frontline", "Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2", "FIFA Football 2003 ", and "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City".

Children and teenagers are watching television shows such as "Rugrats", "Johnny Bravo", "Grounded for Life", and "That's So Raven". Popular toys at the moment include What's Her Face (doll), Spider-Man Dual Action Web Blaster, KG Racer automites, and Playmobil Airport.

Zodiac info

Zodiac

Zodiac, birthstone, and birth flower information.

Personality summary image

  • Zodiac Sign (Astrology): Anyone born on July 8, 2003, will have the star sign Cancer.
  • Zodiac Element: Water.
  • Chinese Zodiac Animal: In the Chinese Zodiac, 2003 was the year of the Goat (Yin Metal).
  • The Life Path Number for this date is 2.
  • Native American Zodiac: July 8, 2003 falls under the Woodpecker.
  • Birthstone: A person during the month of July will have the birthstone Ruby.
  • Birth flower (July): The Larkspur and the Water Lily.
News

News, nostalgia, and fads

These are news stories, trending topics, and fads that were popular on July 8, 2003.

  • Barry White passes away.

    Barry White passes away

    On July 4th, 2003, singer Barry White died at the age of 58. White had various health problems and had recently suffered from a stroke.
  • Abramovich buys Chelsea.

    Abramovich buys Chelsea

    In July of 2003, Russian billionaire purchased Chelsea football club. The surprise takeover was the biggest in British football history.
  • Beckham joins Real Madrid.

    Beckham joins Real Madrid

    On July 1st, 2003, David Beckham officially signed for Spanish side Real Madrid.
  • Flash Mob.

    Flash Mob

    From mid-2003 onward, the term "flash mob" became popular. The phrase was used to describe organized groups of people who suddenly began dancing together in public places.
  • The Da Vinci Code.

    The Da Vinci Code

    Dan Brown's thriller novel "The Da Vinci Code" was released in March 2003. The book became a huge commercial success, selling more than 80 million copies.
  • Coldplay - "Clocks"

    Coldplay - "Clocks"

    "Clocks" by Coldplay would go on to win a Grammy for 2003's Record of the Year.
  • 2003 in music.

    2003 in music

    Popular music artists in 2003 included Jennifer Lopez, Justin Timberlake, Ja Rule, 50 Cent, Missy Elliott, R. Kelly, Sean Paul, Evanescence, Beyoncé, Matchbox Twenty, Chingy, The Black Eyed Peas, Pharrell Williams, Outkast, Ashanti, and Kelis.
  • The highest paid celebrities in 2003.

    The highest paid celebrities in 2003

    According to Forbes, the highest paid celebrities in 2003 were Jennifer Aniston, Eminem, Dr. Dre, Tiger Woods, Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Lopez, Paul McCartney, Ben Affleck, Oprah Winfrey, Tom Hanks and The Rolling Stones.
  • Who were the best NBA players in 2003?

    Who were the best NBA players in 2003?

    In 2003, the best NBA players were Tim Duncan, Shaquille O'Neal, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, Tracy McGrady, Dirk Nowitzki, Chris Webber, Ben Wallace, Jason Kidd, Allen Iverson, Paul Pierce, Jamal Mashburn, Jermaine O'Neal, Stephon Marbury and Steve Nash.
  • Time Person of the Year 2003.

    Time Person of the Year 2003

    "The American soldier" was listed as the Time Person of the Year in 2003. This is a nod to the Iraq War and the War in Afghanistan.
  • Halle Berry.

    Halle Berry

    American actress Halle Berry was listed as FHM's sexiest woman in 2003.
  • 2003 in movies.

    2003 in movies

    Movies released in 2003 included The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Finding Nemo, The Matrix Reloaded, Bruce Almighty, The Last Samurai, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, The Matrix Revolutions, X2, Bad Boys II, Hulk, Thirteen, School of Rock and Kill Bill: Volume 1.
  • Best soccer players.

    Best soccer players

    In 2003, the best soccer players were Pavel Nedvěd, Thierry Henry, Paolo Maldini, Andriy Shevchenko, Zinedine Zidane, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Raúl, Roberto Carlos, Gianluigi Buffon and David Beckham.
  • Bushisms.

    Bushisms

    There were books, websites, and posters dedicated to "Bushisms", which were verbal mishaps by US President George W. Bush. Example: "Our enemies are innovative and resourceful, and so are we. They never stop thinking about new ways to harm our country and our people, and neither do we."
  • The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

    The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

    "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2003.
  • The rise of camera phones.

    The rise of camera phones

    Camera phones started becoming increasingly common in 2003 and 2004. However, their picture quality was pixelated and blurry.
  • Ugg boots.

    Ugg boots

    Sheepskin-lined kicks called "Ugg boots" were in style. Celebrities such as Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Kate Moss, Lindsay Lohan, and Paris Hilton helped popularize the craze.
  • Landline phones begin to die out.

    Landline phones begin to die out

    The popularity of house telephones was starting to decline due to the rise of personal cellphones.
  • Internet usage increases dramatically.

    Internet usage increases dramatically

    From about 2002 onward, Internet usage increased dramatically across the world. Faster broadband networks were being rolled out, allowing users to download and stream their favorite music and videos. It was around this time that social networks became a thing.
  • The Internet begins to hurt music stores.

    The Internet begins to hurt music stores

    MP3 sharing on the Internet became extremely common in the early-to-mid 2000s. MP3 players were taking over, and portable CD players such as the "Discman" were being phased out. As downloads surged, it became increasingly obvious that most music stores would not survive the onslaught of the new digital age.
  • The PlayStation 2 & the Xbox.

    The PlayStation 2 & the Xbox

    The PlayStation 2 and the original Xbox were competing with one another.
  • Nokia games such as Bounce.

    Nokia games such as Bounce

    During this period, you might have been playing simple mobile games such as Nokia's "Bounce", which was first released in July 2001.
  • MSN Messenger and AIM.

    MSN Messenger and AIM

    People were using MSN Messenger and AIM (AOL Instant Messenger) to chat with their friends online.
  • DVDs are replacing VCR tapes.

    DVDs are replacing VCR tapes

    DVDs were starting to replace VCR tapes. As a result, you no longer had to rewind your tapes before you brought them back to the rental store.
  • Wallpaper is quickly dying off.

    Wallpaper is quickly dying off

    Wallpaper was quickly disappearing from people's homes during the early 2000s. By this stage, minimalist interior design trends were in vogue, and many people had already made the switch to using paint.
  • Floppy disks are being phased out.

    Floppy disks are being phased out

    The floppy disk was being phased out by this point, as the emergence of the CD-RW and faster Internet speeds had made it somewhat redundant.
  • CD folders and disc towers.

    CD folders and disc towers

    People were using CD folders and disc towers to store their music collections and PlayStation games. CD folders were particularly useful if you wanted to switch between different albums while driving.

Personality traits

Check out our personality summary for people who were born on July 8, 2003.

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Events

What happened around this time?

Notable events that happened close to July 8, 2003.

  • June 14, 2003: LeeAnna Warner (5) goes missing in Chisholm, Minnesota.
  • June 15, 2003: The San Antonio Spurs win the 2003 NBA Finals after defeating the New Jersey Nets 4-2.
  • June 18, 2003:
    • Real Madrid announce that they will be signing Manchester United winger David Beckham.
    • Google launches the advertising program "Adsense".
  • June 20, 2003: Hulk (2003) is released.
  • June 21, 2003: J. K. Rowling publishes her fifth novel in the Harry Potter series: "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.".
  • June 26, 2003: The Cleveland Cavaliers select LeBron James in the 2003 NBA draft.
  • June 27, 2003: The film "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle" is released.
  • July 1, 2003:
    • Russian businessman Roman Abramovich purchases Chelsea football club.
    • Manchester United winger David Beckham signs for Real Madrid for €37 million.
    • The radio station "Beat 102 103" airs for the first time in Ireland.
    • Tesla, Inc. is founded.
  • July 2, 2003:
    • Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) is released in cinemas.
    • The first episode of the British stunt TV series "Dirty Sanchez" is aired on MTV.
  • July 3, 2003: Natasha Kaplinsky and Brendan Cole are crowned as the winners of the first season of Strictly Come Dancing.
  • July 4, 2003:
    • Singer Barry White passes away at the age of 58.
    • NBA star Kobe Bryant is arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.
  • July 5, 2003: Russian ice hockey player Roman Lyashenko commits suicide while on vacation in Antalya, Turkey.
  • This date: July 8, 2003
  • July 9, 2003: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) is released.
  • July 15, 2003: The domain name for social networking website Bebo is first registered.
  • July 16, 2003: Cuban-American singer Celia Cruz passes away at the age of 77.
  • July 17, 2003: British weapons expert David Kelly commits suicide.
  • July 18, 2003:
    • The movie Bad Boys II (2003) is released.
    • NBA star Kobe Bryant is formally charged with sexual assault.
  • July 21, 2003: Soccer: Irish winger Damien Duff signs for Chelsea.
  • July 22, 2003: Uday and Qusay Hussein are killed by the US military in Iraq.
  • July 25, 2003: Cameron Stout wins the 4th season of the reality TV series "Big Brother" (UK).
  • July 26, 2003: The remains of Long Island serial killer victim Jessica Taylor are discovered in Manorville, New York.
  • July 27, 2003: Comedian Bob Hope passes away.
  • July 30, 2003: The last Volkswagen Beetle is produced.
  • August 1, 2003:
    • Numa Numa: Moldovan pop group O-Zone release their single "Dragostea Din Tei".
    • MySpace is founded.
    • The film "American Pie 3: The Wedding" is released.
    • The first episode of "My Life as a Teenage Robot" is aired on Nickelodeon.
  • August 3, 2003: Beyonce and Sean Paul team up to release the single "Baby Boy".
  • August 6, 2003: Arnold Schwarzenegger announces his candidacy for the Governor of California.

Early 2000s fashion

Photographs of early 2000s fashion and hairstyles.

Early 2000s fashion

Television shows

TV shows in 2003

The following TV shows were popular in July 2003:

TV shows from July 2003.

America's Next Top Model
America's Next Top Model
Punk'd
Punk'd
NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service
NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service
MythBusters
MythBusters
Without a Trace
Without a Trace
CSI: Miami
CSI: Miami
8 Simple Rules
8 Simple Rules
The Wire
The Wire
The Shield
The Shield
The Osbournes
The Osbournes
24
24
Smallville
Smallville

Cars in 2003

2003 saw the introduction of cars such as the Ford F-Series (eleventh generation), the Chrysler Crossfire, the Toyota Prius (XW20), the Volkswagen Golf Mk5, the BMW X3, and the Mazda 3.

Cars in 2003.

Children TV shows

Kids TV shows on July 8, 2003

Cartoons and TV shows that children and teenagers were watching on this day in 2003:

All Grown Up! (Rugrats)
All Grown Up! (Rugrats)
That's So Raven
That's So Raven
Jimmy Neutron
Jimmy Neutron

Kim Possible
Kim Possible
ChalkZone
ChalkZone
The Proud Family
The Proud Family
The Cramp Twins
The Cramp Twins
Invader Zim
Invader Zim
The Fairly OddParents
The Fairly OddParents
My Wife and Kids
My Wife and Kids
Lizzie McGuire
Lizzie McGuire
Toys

Popular toys and games in 2003

Toys and games that were popular in 2003:

Lamaze Octotunes
Lamaze Octotunes
Kasey the Kinderbot
Kasey the Kinderbot
Barbie B-Book Laptop
Barbie B-Book Laptop
Bionicle LEGO
Bionicle LEGO
Cranium Cadoo
Cranium Cadoo
Bratz Stylin' Salon 'N' Spa
Bratz Stylin' Salon 'N' Spa
LEGO Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets
LEGO Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets
Playmobil Airport
Playmobil Airport
Micropets
Micropets
FurReal Friends
FurReal Friends
KG Racer automites
KG Racer automites
Spider-Man Dual Action Web Blaster
Spider-Man Dual Action Web Blaster
Video games

Video games

Popular video games that people were playing in July 2003.

Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne 2003
Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne
Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow 2003
Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow
Championship Manager 4 2003
Championship Manager 4
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past 2002
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell 2002
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
Ratchet & Clank 2002
Ratchet & Clank
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City 2002
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
FIFA Football 2003
 2002
FIFA Football 2003
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 2002
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 2002
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2
Unreal Tournament 2003 2002
Unreal Tournament 2003
Animal Crossing 2002
Animal Crossing

Were you born on July 8, 2003?

If you were born on this date, then it is unlikely that you will remember anything from the year 2003.

This is because humans find it difficult to retrieve memories of their early childhood.

If you are looking for some childhood nostalgia, then you should check out July 8, 2009, instead.

Celebrity birthdays

Celebrity birthdays

Celebrities, historical figures, and other notable people who were born on July 8.

John D. Rockefeller

John D. Rockefeller

Business magnate Deceased
Born on July 8, 1839
He was not alive on this date.

Hugo Boss

Hugo Boss

Hugo Boss founder Deceased
Born on July 8, 1885
He was not alive on this date.

Kevin Bacon

Kevin Bacon

Actor
Born on July 8, 1958
He turned 45 on this day in 2003.

TotalBiscuit

TotalBiscuit

Youtuber Deceased
Born on July 8, 1984
He turned 19 on this day in 2003.

Virgil van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk

Soccer player
Born on July 8, 1991
He turned 12 on this day in 2003.

Jaden Smith

Jaden Smith

Actor
Born on July 8, 1998
He turned 5 on this day in 2003.

Shannon Singh

Shannon Singh

Love Island contestant
Born on July 8, 1998
She turned 5 on this day in 2003.

USA

US President

George W. Bush Jnr. was the President of the United States on July 8, 2003.

UK

UK Prime Minister

Tony Blair was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

Ireland

Irish Taoiseach

Bertie Ahern was the Taoiseach of Ireland.

Conception

Conception dates

Conception estimates for this date.

  • A baby that was born on July 8, 2003 was most likely conceived around October 15, 2002.
  • The due date for a baby that was conceived on July 8, 2003 is close to March 30, 2004.

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Stats for July 8, 2003

Statistics

Here are some interesting statistics about July 8, 2003:

  • 7,839 days have passed since this date.
  • 1,119 weeks have passed.
  • 677,293,200 seconds have passed since July 8, 2003.
  • If you were born on this day, your heart has beat approximately 790,175,400 times.
  • Since then, the Earth has traveled approximately 349,483,291,200 miles through space.
  • If you were born on this day, your eyes have blinked approximately 112,882,200 times.
  • You have taken approximately 58,247,215 steps. That's roughly 25,888 miles.
  • 8,127,518 meteors have entered the Earth's atmosphere.
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