What Happened on October 23, 2005

Famous Deaths

  • John Muth, American economist (b. 1930)
  • Pete Nelson [Lipscomb], British pop singer (The Flower Pot Men - "Let's Go To San Francisco"), dies at 60
  • Stella Obasanjo, Nigerian first lady (b. 1945)
  • William Hootkins, American actor, dies at 57
Died in 2005 2005 Highlights

About October 23, 2005

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 6 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Gold Digger - Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxx
  • UK #1 Song: I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor - Arctic Monkeys