Historical Events
- 133rd Belmont: Gary Stevens aboard Point Given wins in 2:26.80
French Open Women's Tennis
French Open Women's Tennis: American Jennifer Capriati wins her second major title; beats Kim Clijsters of Belgium 1-6, 6-4, 12-10
- Stanley Cup Final, Pepsi Center, Denver, CO: Colorado Avalanche beat defending champion New Jersey Devils, 3-1 for 4-3 series win; Avalanche 2nd title
Famous Birthdays
- Xolo Maridueña, American actor (Parenthood, Blue Beetle), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Weddings
- "Law & Order" actress and model Angie Harmon (28) weds New York Giant NFL player Jason Sehorn (30) at Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Ciro Kroon, Curaçao politician (Premier of Dutch Antilles 1968-69), dies at 85
- David Sheinfeld, American violinist and composer, dies at 94
Died in 2001 2001 Highlights
About June 9, 2001
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 22 years, 10 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Lady Marmalade - Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nk
- #1 Song: Angel - Shaggy Ft. Rayvon