Historical Events
- In a pre-dawn raid, federal agents seize six-year-old Elián González from his relatives' home in Miami, Florida.
- The Big Number Change takes place in the United Kingdom
Famous Weddings
Emmitt Smith
NFL football player Emmitt Smith (31) weds Miss Virginia USA beauty queen Patricia Southall (29)
Famous Deaths
- Alexander H. Cohen, Broadway producer (Beyond the Fringe), dies at 79
- Toon Hermans, Dutch poet (Kolderliedjes), dies at 83
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About April 22, 2000
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 24 years and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Maria Maria - Santana Featuring The Product G&B
#1 Song: Toca's Miracle - Fragma
