Historical Events
- The US economy has been in recession since December 2007, the National Bureau of Economic Research announces today
Famous Divorces
- "CSI" actress Marg Helgenberger (50) divorces actor Alan Rosenberg (58) due to irreconcilable differences after 19 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Joseph B. Wirthlin, American businessmen, religious leader, member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles (LDS Church), dies at 91
- Mikel Laboa, Basque singer and songwriter (b. 1934)
- Paul Benedict, American actor (Harry-Jeffersons), dies at 70
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About December 1, 2008
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 4 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Live Your Life - T.I. Featuring Rihanna
#1 Song: Greatest Day - Take That
