Historical Events
Election of Interest
Jacques Chirac wins the French Presidential election for a second term defeating Jean-Marie Le Pen leader of the far-right National Front
Famous Deaths
- George Sidney, American film director (b. 1916)
- Hugo Banzer, Bolivian dictator (b. 1926)
- Paul Klipsch, American engineer, noted for his loudspeaker designs, dies at 98
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights
About May 5, 2002
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 11 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
- #1 Song: Kiss Kiss - Holly Valance