What Happened on November 2, 2016

Historical Events

  • Baseball World Series: Chicago Cubs beat Cleveland Indians, 8-7 in Game 7 at Progressive Field, Cleveland; first Cubs' title in 108 years; MVP: Chicago utility Ben Zobrist

Famous Deaths

  • Bob Cranshaw, American jazz bassist (Blue Note Records; Sonny Rollins; Stanley Turrentine; Duke Pearson), dies of cancer at 83
Died in 2016 2016 Highlights

About November 2, 2016

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 7 years, 6 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Closer - The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey
  • UK #1 Song: Shout Out To My Ex - Little Mix