Famous Deaths
- Earl King, American R&B and blues guitarists, singer, and songwriter ("Come On"; "Big Chief"), dies from diabetes-related complications at 69
- John Paul Getty Jr., American-born British oil magnate and billionaire (Getty Oil), dies of a chest infection at 70
- Robert Atkins, American dietician (b. 1930)
- Yiannis Latsis, Greek shipping tycoon, dies at 92
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights
About April 17, 2003
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 21 years and 12 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
