Historical Events
Event of Interest
The Dalai Lama receives the United States Congressional Gold Medal
Famous Deaths
- Joey Bishop [Gottlieb], American TV talk show host (Joey Bishop Show) and member of the "Rat Pack" group of entertainers, dies at 89
- Robert A. Young, American politician (Rep-D-MO, 1977-87), dies at 83
- Teresa Brewer, American pop and jazz singer (Put Another Nickel In), dies at 76
Died in 2007 2007 Highlights
About October 17, 2007
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Crank That (Soulja Boy) - Soulja Boy Tell'em
#1 Song: About You Now - Sugababes
