Famous Deaths
- Arnold Newman, American photographer(Faces USA), dies at 88
Billy Preston (1946-2006)
American rock and soul pianist, organist, singer-songwriter ("Nothing From Nothing"; "You Are So Beautiful"; "Outa-Space"), 5th Beatle ("Get Back"), and touring musician (Little Richard, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton) dies following long-term health issues at 59
- Hilton Ruiz, Puerto Rican-American bebop and Afro-Cuban jazz pianist, dies from injuries sustained in a fall at 54
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About June 6, 2006
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 10 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Ridin' - Chamillionaire Featuring Krayzie Bone
#1 Song: I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair) - Sandi Thom
