Historical Events
Messi Debut
16-year old Lionel Messi makes his official debut for FC Barcelona when he comes on as a substitute in a friendly against Porto
31st Awards
31st American Music Awards: Kid Rock, Jennifer Lopez & Luther Vandross win
- 55th NASCAR Sprint Cup: Matt Kenseth wins
- CFL Grey Cup, Taylor Field, Regina: Edmonton Eskimos reverse previous year result; beat Montreal Alouettes, 34-22 for 12th title
Federer First of Six
Roger Federer of Switzerland wins his first of 6 season-ending Tennis Masters Cup titles with a 6–3, 6–0, 6–4 victory over American Andre Agassi in the final in Houston, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Bettina Goislard, French relief worker (b. 1974)
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights
About November 16, 2003
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 5 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Baby Boy - Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul
- #1 Song: Crashed The Wedding - Busted