What Happened on July 29, 2006

Famous Weddings

  • "Providence" actress Paula Cale (36) weds screenwriter Michael Lisbe at Sopris Mountain Ranch in Basalt, Colorado

Pamela Anderson & Kid Rock

Canadian-American "Baywatch" actress Pamela Anderson (39) weds American singer Kid Rock (35) on Thunder Gulch yacht in Saint-Tropez, France; divorce in 2007

  • Scottish "Primal Scream" lead singer Bobby Gillespie (44) weds British fashion stylist Katy England at St. Margaret's Church in Betley, Staffordshire, England

Famous Divorces

Mel Gibson

Robyn Denise Moore divorces Oscar-winning actor Mel Gibson (55) due to irreconcilable differences after 31 years of marriage

Famous Deaths

  • Jim Olin, American politician (Rep-D-VA, 1983-93), dies at 86
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights

About July 29, 2006

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 8 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Promiscuous - Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland
  • UK #1 Song: Don't Stop Me Now/Please, Please - Mcfly