Historical Events
John Paul II Opens Holy Door
Opening of St Peter's Holy Door by Pope John Paul II in approach of 3rd millennium
Famous Deaths
- Bill Bowerman, American track and field coach and co-founder of Nike, dies at 88
- João Baptista de Oliveira Figueiredo, President of Brazil (b. 1918)
- Maurice Couve de Murville, French politician, (Foreign Minister and Prime Minister of France 1968-9), dies at 92)
- Zeke Carey, American R&B singer (The Flamingos - "Goodnight Sweetheart"; "I Only Have Eyes For You"), dies of a heart attack at 66
Died in 1999 1999 Highlights
About December 24, 1999
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 4 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Holidays: Christmas Day (Canada, United States)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Smooth - Santana Featuring Rob Thomas
#1 Song: I Have a Dream/Seasons in the Sun - Westlife
