Historical Events
- 42nd San Diego Comic-Con International opens at San Diego Convention Center
- Mark Buehrle of the Chicago White Sox becomes the 18th pitcher to throw a perfect game in MLB history, defeating Tampa Bay Rays 5-0
- The Bank of Canada announces the end of the recession even though it remains nascent and still dependent on government stimulus money
Famous Deaths
- Danny McBride, American musician (Sha Na Na, 1975-80), dies at 63
Died in 2009 2009 Highlights
About July 23, 2009
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 14 years, 9 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Gotta Feeling - The Black Eyed Peas
- #1 Song: Beat Again - Jls