Historical Events
- 19,600 fans watch the Miami Heat beat the Orlando Magic, 111-103 in the first NBA game at the Heat's new American Airlines Arena in Miami
- 29th Fiesta Bowl: #3 Nebraska beats #6 Tennessee, 31-21
Famous Deaths
- Elmo Zumwalt, American admiral, dies at 79
- Nat Adderley, American jazz musician (Work Song), dies from diabetes complications at 68
- Patrick O'Brian, British novelist, dies at 85
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About January 2, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 3 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Holidays: Day after New Year's Day (New Zealand), New Year Holiday (United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Smooth - Santana Featuring Rob Thomas
#1 Song: I Have a Dream/Seasons in the Sun - Westlife
