Historical Events
Event of Interest
UK talent show "Pop Idol" debuts, created by Simon Fuller with judges Simon Cowell, Pete Waterman. Start of a worldwide Idol franchise.
Famous Deaths
- Arne Harris, American television sports director, dies at 67
Died in 2001 2001 Highlights
About October 6, 2001
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 22 years, 6 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Fallin' - Alicia Keys
#1 Song: Can't Get You Out Of My Head - Kylie Minogue
