What Happened on April 18, 2002

Famous Deaths

Thor Heyerdahl (1914-2002)

Norwegian anthropologist and explorer (Kon Tiki, Aku-Aku), dies of a brain tumor at 87

Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About April 18, 2002

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 22 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
  • UK #1 Song: Unchained Melody - Gareth Gates