Historical Events
#1 in the Charts
'Always On Time' by R&B artist Ja Rule featuring Ashanti starts a two-week run at #1 on the US singles chart.
Daytona 500
44th Daytona 500: Ward Burton's win first for Dodge since Richard Petty's victory in the 1974 race
- Westlife go to No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'World Of Our Own.' The Irish boy band's 10th UK No.1 single.
Famous Weddings
Joan Collins
Actress Joan Collins (68) weds theater company manager Percy Gibson at Claridge's Hotel in London
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights
About February 17, 2002
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 22 years, 2 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Always On Time - Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti
#1 Song: Hero - Enrique Iglesias
