What Happened on April 26, 2002

Historical Events

  • Robert Steinhäuser infiltrates and kills 17 at Gutenberg-Gymnasium in Erfurt, Germany before dying of a self-inflicted gunshot.

Famous Deaths

  • Del Sharbutt, American radio and TV announcer (Your Hit Parade), dies at 90
  • Robert Steinhäuser, German spree killer, dies at 19
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About April 26, 2002

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 22 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
  • UK #1 Song: The Hindu Times - Oasis