What Happened on May 31, 2004

Historical Events

"Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban", the 3rd film based on the books by J. K. Rowling is released in UK cinemas

British children's cartoon "Peppa Pig" created by Astley Baker Davies premieres on Channel 5

Senior PGA Championship, Valhalla GC: Hale Irwin wins his 4th title in the event by 1 stroke ahead of runner-up Jay Haas

Étienne Roda-Gil, French songwriter and screenwriter, dies at 62
Robert Quine, American rock guitarist (Lou Reed; Matthew Sweet; John Zorn), dies of an intentional heroin overdose at 61

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 19 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Holidays: Memorial Day (United States), Spring Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)