Famous Deaths
- Gene Harris [Haire], American soul-jazz pianist (The Three Sounds), dies of kidney failure at 66
- Will "Dub" Jones, American bass singer (The Coasters - "Charlie Brown"), dies at 71
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About January 16, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: What A Girl Wants - Christina Aguilera
- #1 Song: The Masses Against The Classes - Manic Street Preachers