Historical Events
Lemieux's Return
Pittsburgh Penguins center and part-owner Mario Lemieux scores a goal and 2 assists in his return to the NHL after more than 3 years out with injury problems and lingering cancer issues; Penguins beat Toronto Maple Leafs, 5-0
Famous Deaths
- Jack McVea, American swing jazz, and R&B clarinetist, saxophonist, and bandleader, dies at 86
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About December 27, 2000
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 23 years and 4 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Independent Women Part I - Destiny's Child
#1 Song: Can We Fix It - Bob The Builder
