Historical Events
Pride & Prejudice
"Pride & Prejudice", the film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel of the same name, starring Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennet, is released
- Film adaption "Pride and Prejudice" starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Mcfadyen, directed by Joe Wright premieres at the Toronto Film Festival
Solheim Cup
Solheim Cup Women's Golf, Crooked Stick GC: US regains Cup 15½–12½; Meg Mallon clinches with 3 & 1 victory over Karen Stupples
- The State of Israel completes its unilateral disengagement from the Gaza Strip.
US Men's Tennis Open
US Open Men's Tennis: Roger Federer retains title; beats Andre Agassi 6-3, 2-6, 7-6, 6-1; Agassi's last appearance in a Grand Slam final
Famous Deaths
- Chris Schenkel, American sportscaster (Monday Night Fights), dies at 82
Died in 2005 2005 Highlights
About September 11, 2005
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Gold Digger - Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxx
- #1 Song: Don't Cha - Pussycat Dolls Ft. Busta Rhymes