What Happened on May 25, 2001

Historical Events

  • 32-year-old Erik Weihenmayer, of Boulder, Colorado, becomes the first blind person to reach the summit of Mount Everest
  • 54th Cannes Film Festival: "The Son's Room" directed by Nanni Moretti wins the Palme d'Or

Famous Birthdays

  • Chloe Lukasiak, American dancer and TV personality (Dance Moms), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Famous Deaths

  • Malcom McLean, American trucking fleet owner (SeaLand - invented containerized shipping), dies at 87 [1]
Died in 2001 2001 Highlights

About May 25, 2001

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 22 years, 11 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: All For You - Janet
  • UK #1 Song: Don't Stop Movin' - S Club 7