Historical Events
US Open Women's Tennis
US Open Women's Tennis: Maria Sharapova of Russia wins her first US title; overpowers Belgian Justine Henin-Hardenne 6-4, 6-4
Famous Weddings
Iva Majoli
Croatian tennis player Iva Majoli (29) weds local businessman Stipe Marić; divorce in 2012
Famous Deaths
- Gérard Brach, French screenwriter (The Name of the Rose), dies at 79
- Richard Burmer, American composer and musician, dies at 50
- William B. Ziff Jr., American magazine publishing executive, (Modern Bride; Popular Electronics, PC Magazine), dies of cancer at 76
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About September 9, 2006
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: SexyBack - Justin Timberlake
#1 Song: Sexyback - Justin Timberlake
