Historical Events
- The Baiji, or Chinese River Dolphin, announced as extinct.
Famous Deaths
- Henry Beachell, American plant breeder, dies at 100
- Homesick James [Williamson], American blues slide guitarist and singer (Elmore James band, 1955-62), dies at 96 [or 101, or 92 - date of birth disputed]
- Keith Larsen, American actor (Hunter, Brave Eagle), dies at 82
- Lamar Hunt, American sports executive and NFL owner (KC Chiefs), dies at 74
- Robert Long [Jan Leverman], Dutch pop singer (Vroeger of Later (Sooner or Later); Unit Gloria), actor, and television presenter, dies of cancer at 63
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About December 13, 2006
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Irreplaceable - Beyonce
#1 Song: Patience - Take That
