Famous Deaths
- A. E. van Vogt, Canadian sci-fi author (Wizard of Linn), dies at 87
- Don Budge, American tennis player (6 Grand Slam singles titles, Grand Slam 1938), dies of cardiac arrest at 84
- Kathleen Hale, British children book writer and illustrator (Orlando), dies at 101
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About January 26, 2000
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
Holidays: Australia Day (Australia), Republic Day (India)
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden
- #1 Song: Born To Make You Happy - Britney Spears