Historical Events
Martin Becomes Prime Minister
Paul Martin becomes Prime Minister of Canada after resignation of Jean Chretien
Famous Deaths
- Heydar Aliyev [Heydər Əliyev], Soviet-Azerbaijani politician (President of Azerbaijan, 1983-2003), dies at 80
- Joseph Anthony Ferrario, American clergyman (Roman Catholic Bishop of Honolulu, 1982-93), dies of a heart attack at 77
- Keiko, orca (killer whale), star of Free Willy (b. 1976)
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights
About December 12, 2003
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Hey Ya! - OutKast
- #1 Song: Leave Right Now - Will Young