What Happened on January 27, 2001

Historical Events

Capriati Defeats Hingis

Australian Open Women's Tennis: Jennifer Capriati wins her first Grand Slam title; beats Martina Hingis 6-4, 6-3

Famous Deaths

  • André Prévost, Canadian composer, dies at 66
  • Stavros Damianides, Greek musician (b. 1941)
Died in 2001 2001 Highlights

About January 27, 2001

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 3 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Independent Women Part I - Destiny's Child
  • UK #1 Song: Rollin' - Limp Bizkit