Historical Events
- 59th Venice Film Festival: "The Magdalene Sisters" directed by Peter Mullan wins Golden Lion
Famous Deaths
- Dr. Edwin Louis Cole, "Father of the Modern Day Men's Movement," Founder of the Christian Men's Network (CMN)
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights
About August 27, 2002
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 8 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Dilemma - Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland
- #1 Song: Crossroads - Blazin' Squad