Historical Events
- The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam are defeated by the Sri Lankan government, ending the Sri Lankan Civil War and almost 26 years of fighting between the two sides
Famous Deaths
- Dolla [Roderick Anthony Burton II], American rapper, dies at21
- Velupillai Prabhakaran, Sri Lankan founder and leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, killed in action at 54
- Wayne Allwine, American voice actor (3rd Mickey Mouse, 1977-2009), dies at 62
Died in 2009 2009 Highlights
About May 18, 2009
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 14 years, 11 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Holidays: Victoria Day (Canada)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Boom Boom Pow - The Black Eyed Peas
