What Happened on September 7, 2002

Historical Events

US Open Women's Tennis

US Open Women's Tennis: Serena Williams wins second US title; beats older sister Venus Williams 6-4, 6-3

Famous Deaths

  • Erma Franklin, American gospel and R&B singer ("Piece Of My Heart"), dies at 64
  • Katrin Cartlidge, English actress (Career Girls), dies of an illness at 41
  • Michael Elphick, British stage and screen actor (Gorky Park; Boon), dies of a heart attack at 55
  • Uziel Gal, Israeli firearm designer (Uzi submachine gun), dies at 78
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About September 7, 2002

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Dilemma - Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland
  • UK #1 Song: The Tide Is High (Get The Feeling) - Atomic Kitten