What Happened on August 23, 2002

Famous Deaths

Hoyt Wilhelm (1922-2002)

American Baseball HOF pitcher (8 × MLB All-Star; World Series 1954 NY Giants; no-hitter 1958 Baltimore Orioles; Chicago WS), dies of heart failure at 80

Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About August 23, 2002

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 8 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Dilemma - Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland
  • UK #1 Song: Round Round - Sugababes