What Happened on December 23, 2006

Famous Deaths

  • Charlie Drake [Charles Springall], English comedian, dies at 81
  • John Rae, British educator (Headmaster of Westminster, 1970-86), writer (Conscience & Politics), and novelist (The Custard Boys), dies at 75
  • Johnny Vincent, English footballer for Birmingham City and Middlesbrough (b. 1947)
  • Robert Stafford, American politician (Sen-R-VT, 1971-88), dies at 93
  • Timothy J. Tobias, American composer and musician, dies at 54
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights

About December 23, 2006

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 4 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Irreplaceable - Beyonce
  • UK #1 Song: Patience - Take That