Historical Events
Music Concert
Billy Joel performs last of two concerts dubbed "The Last Play at Shea"; the final concert event before demolition of the 1964 baseball stadium in Flushing Meadows, Queens, NYC; featured guests include Roger Daltrey, Tony Bennett, Garth Brooks, and Paul McCartney
Famous Deaths
- Khosrow Shakibai, Iranian actor (Hamoun), dies at 64
- Tauno Marttinen, Finnish composer (Dalai Lama Concerto; Elegia), dies at 95
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About July 18, 2008
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 9 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
- #1 Song: Dance Wiv Me - Dizzee Rascal Ft. Calvin Harris & Chrome