What Happened on November 15, 2003

Historical Events

  • First day of the Istanbul Bombings takes place, followed by additional bombings on November 20th

Famous Deaths

  • (Wesley) "Speedy" West, American, Country Music Hall of Fame steel guitar player, and record producer, dies at 79
  • Dorothy Loudon, American actress and singer (Annie), dies of cancer at 78
  • Laurence Tisch, American businessman (CEO of CBS Television, 1985-96; co-founder of Loews Corp), dies of gastroesophageal cancer, at 80
  • Ray Lewis, Canadian 4X400 relayer (Olympic bronze 1932), dies at 93
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights

About November 15, 2003

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Baby Boy - Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul
  • UK #1 Song: Slow - Kylie Minogue