What Happened on June 5, 2002

Famous Deaths

  • Curtis Amy, American jazz musician (Way Down), dies at 72
  • Dee Dee Ramone [Douglas Colvin], American punk rock bassist (Ramones. 1974-89 - "I Wanna Be Sedated"), dies of a heroin overdose at 51
  • Gwen Plumb, Australian actress (The Young Doctors), dies at 89
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About June 5, 2002

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

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
  • UK #1 Song: Light My Fire - Will Young