What Happened on October 31, 2005

Famous Birthdays

  • Infanta Leonor of Spain, daughter of Felipe, King of Asturias and Letizia, Queen of Asturias, born in Madrid, Spain

Famous Deaths

  • Hal Anger, American biophysicist and electrical engineer who invented the gamma camera, dies at 85
  • John "Beatz" Holohan, American drummer (Bayside), dies in an auto accident at 31
  • Mary Wimbush, British actress (Oh! What a Lovely War, The Archers), dies at 81
2005 Highlights

About October 31, 2005

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

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

Holidays: October Bank Holiday (Ireland)

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