What Happened on June 17, 2002

Famous Deaths

  • Francisco Escudero, Basque composer, dies at 89
  • Fritz Walter, German footballer (1. FC Kaiserslautern) and captain of West Germany, dies at 81
  • J. Carter Brown, American art director (Washington National Gallery), dies at 67
  • Willie Davenport, American bobsledder and track athlete (Olympic gold 110m hurdles 1968), dies from a heart attack at 59
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About June 17, 2002

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 10 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
  • UK #1 Song: A Little Less Conversation - Elvis Vs Jxl