Historical Events
Ostankino Tower
540-metre (1,772 ft)-tall Ostankino Tower in Moscow catches fire, three people are killed.
2000 Highlights
About August 27, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 8 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Doesn't Really Matter - Janet
#1 Song: Music - Madonna
