Historical Events
- Africa Women's Peace Train leaves Kampala for Johannesburg
Famous Deaths
- Abu Nidal, Palestinian political leader (b. 1937)
- Jeff Corey [Arthur Zwerling], American actor (Getting Straight, Superman & Mole Men), dies at 88
- John Roseboro, American baseball player and coach (b. 1933)
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights
About August 16, 2002
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Dilemma - Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland
#1 Song: Colourblind - Darius
