Historical Events
- Dame Silvia Cartwright steps down as the Governor-General of New Zealand and is replaced by The Honourable Anand Satyanand, who is sworn in 23 August
Famous Weddings
- Former Miss Ireland Andrea Roche (30) weds PJ Mansfield at Church of The Nativity of the Blessed Mary in Saggart Village, Dublin
Famous Deaths
- John Locke, American rock keyboardist (Spirit -"I Got A Line On You"), dies of cancer at 62
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About August 4, 2006
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Promiscuous - Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland
#1 Song: Hips Don't Lie - Shakira Ft. Wyclef Jean
