What Happened on January 13, 2003

Historical Events

Pete Townshend Arrested

Rock musician Pete Townshend of The Who is arrested in London on suspicion of possessing indecent images of children. He is later cleared.


Famous Deaths

  • Geoffrey Tucker, British political consultant who helped Macmillan, Heath and Thatcher into office, dies at 77
  • Norman Panama, American screenwriter and director (b. 1914)
2003 Highlights

About January 13, 2003

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 3 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Lose Yourself - Eminem
  • UK #1 Song: Sound Of The Underground - Girls Aloud