Famous Deaths
- Gideon William Waldrop, American composer and educator (Julliard School, 1961-85), dies at 80
- Maulana Yousuf Ludhianvi, Muslim scholar, dies at 68
- Steve Wolownik, American ethnomusicologist, balalaika player, arranger, and co-founder of the Balalaika and Domra Association of America, dies at 54
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About May 18, 2000
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 11 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Maria Maria - Santana Featuring The Product G&B
- #1 Song: Don't Call Me Baby - Madison Avenue