What Happened on July 22, 2005

Historical Events

  • Jean Charles de Menezes is killed by police as the hunt begins for the London Bombers. See 7 July 2005 London bombings and 21 July 2005 London bombings

Famous Deaths

  • Eugene Record American songwriter and singer (The Chi-Lites) (b. 1940)
  • Jean Charles de Menezes, Brazilian electrician killed by Scotland Yard (b. 1978)
Died in 2005 2005 Highlights

About July 22, 2005

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: We Belong Together - Mariah Carey
  • UK #1 Song: You're Beautiful - James Blunt