What Happened on August 11, 2005

Historical Events

Sports History

American Justin Gatlin becomes only the 2nd athlete to take sprint double, winning 200m in 20.04 at the World Championships in Helsinki, Finland

Famous Deaths

  • James Booth [David Geeves], British actor and screenwriter (Zulu, Keeping Mum), dies at 77
Died in 2005 2005 Highlights

About August 11, 2005

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 8 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: We Belong Together - Mariah Carey
  • UK #1 Song: You're Beautiful - James Blunt