What Happened on May 23, 2002

Historical Events

  • The "55 parties" clause of the Kyoto protocol is reached after its ratification by Iceland

Famous Deaths

Sam Snead (1912-2002)

American golfer (US Masters 1949, 52, 54; British Open 1946; PGA C'ship 1942, 49, 51; Vardon Trophy x 4), dies of a stroke at 89

Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About May 23, 2002

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 10 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Foolish - Ashanti
  • UK #1 Song: Just A Little - Liberty X