What Happened on April 2, 2003

Historical Events

Sports History

At 27 years, 249 days Texas Rangers infielder Alex Rodriguez becomes the youngest MLB player to hit 300 home runs; homers off Ramon Ortiz in 5th inning of an 11-5 loss to the Angels in Anaheim

Famous Deaths

  • (Charles) Edwin Starr [Hatcher], American soul and R&B singer ("War"), dies of a heart attack at 61
  • Michael Wayne, American film producer (Green Berets, McLintock), son of John Wayne, dies at 68
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights

About April 2, 2003

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 21 years and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: In Da Club - 50 Cent
  • UK #1 Song: Make Luv - Room 5 Ft. Oliver Cheatham