What Happened on September 19, 2008

Historical Events

Sports History

Greg Maddux pitches his 5,000th career inning against the San Francisco Giants

Sports History

Thierry Henry scores his first goal for Barcelona in a 3–0 Champions League group stage win over Lyon


Famous Weddings

  • NBC's The Biggest Loser contestant Matt Hoover (30) weds Suzy Preston (30) at the Grand Lido Negril resort in Jamaica

Famous Deaths

  • Alois Pinos, Czech composer, dies at 82
  • David Jones, English director (Betrayal), dies at 74
  • Earl Palmer, American session drummer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer (The Wrecking Crew), dies at 83
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights

About September 19, 2008

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Whatever You Like - T.I.
  • UK #1 Song: Sex on Fire - Kings of Leon