What Happened on February 23, 2000

Historical Events

Grammy Awards

42nd Grammy Awards: "Smooth" by Santana; Christina Aguilera win

Famous Deaths

  • Albrecht Goes, German writer and theologian, dies at 91
  • Ofra Haza, Israeli singer (b. 1957)
  • Stanley Matthews, English soccer forward (54 caps; Stoke City, Blackpool; 1st British player to be knighted), dies at 85
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights

About February 23, 2000

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 2 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden
  • UK #1 Song: Pure Shores - All Saints