Historical Events
- Treaty of Accession is signed in Athens, admitting 10 new member states to the European Union
Sports History
Washington Wizards' Michael Jordan plays his final NBA game, in Philadelphia, where he receives a 3 minute standing ovation.
Famous Deaths
- Graham Jarvis, Canadian actor (Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman - "Charlie"; Misery; 7th Heaven), dies of multiple myeloma at 72
- Graham Stuart Thomas, English author and garden designer (b. 1909)
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights
About April 16, 2003
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 21 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: In Da Club - 50 Cent
#1 Song: Make Luv - Room 5 Ft. Oliver Cheatham
