Historical Events
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
"The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug", 2nd film in the Hobbit series, directed by Peter Jackson, starring Martin Freeman and Ian McKellen, premieres in Los Angeles
- China launches its first moon rover mission
Famous Deaths
- Jean-Claude Beton, Algerian-born French businessman, entrepreneur and soft-drink manufacturer (Orangina), dies at 88
- Pedro Rocha, Uruguayan soccer midfielder and manager (52 caps; Peñarol, São Paulo F.C.), dies from mesencephalic atrophy at 70
- Vernon Shaw, President of Dominica (1998-2003), dies at 83
Died in 2013 2013 Highlights
About December 2, 2013
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 10 years, 5 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Royals - Lorde
- #1 Song: Under Control - Calvin Harris/Alesso/Hurts