Famous Deaths
- James van Allen, American physicist (discovered Van Allen radiation belts), dies at 91
- Philip E. High, English sci-fi author, dies at 92
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About August 9, 2006
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 8 months and 21 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
