Historical Events
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince", the 6th book in the series by J. K. Rowling, is published worldwide. 9 million copies sell in 24 hrs
Famous Weddings
Sandra Bullock
Academy award-winning actress Sandra Bullock (40) weds "Monster Garage" host Jesse James (36) at sunset on the grounds of The Folded Hills Ranch in Gaviota, California
Famous Deaths
- Blue Barron [Harry Freidman], American "sweet music" orchestra leader ("Cruising Down The River"), dies at 91
- Camillo Felgen, Luxembourgish baritone pop and schlager singer ("Bonjour les amies" / "Hello Friends"), lyricist, translator ("I Want to Hold Your Hand" / "Komm, gib mir deine Hand"'; She Loves You" / "Sie liebt dich"), and broadcaster, dies at 84
- Pietro Consagra, Italian sculptor (b. 1920)
- Prince Gu of Korea (b. 1931)
2005 Highlights
About July 16, 2005
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: We Belong Together - Mariah Carey
- #1 Song: Ghetto Gospel - 2pac Ft. Elton John