Historical Events
- NFL Draft: University of Kentucky quarterback Tim Couch first pick by Cleveland Browns
Music Concert
Rock for the Rainforest benefit concert held at Carnegie Hall, NYC; performers include: Sting, Elton John, James Taylor, Billy Joel, Tony Bennett, Don Henley, Ricky Martin and Charles Aznavour
About April 17, 1999
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 25 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: No Scrubs - TLC
#1 Song: Perfect Moment - Martine Mccutcheon
