What Happened on December 12, 2000

Historical Events

Bush v. Gore Decision

US Supreme Court releases its 5-4 decision in Bush v. Gore, settling the recount dispute in Florida's 2000 presidential election in George W. Bush's favor and thus handing him the presidency over Al Gore

Famous Deaths

  • George Montgomery, American actor (b. 1916)
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights

About December 12, 2000

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Independent Women Part I - Destiny's Child
  • UK #1 Song: Stan - Eminem