Historical Events
Music History
Aretha Franklin's funeral held in Detroit attended by Stevie Wonder, Ariana Grande, and Bill Clinton; procession of 140 pink Cadillacs
Music History
Bishop Charles H. Ellis III apologises for groping Ariana Grande during Aretha Franklin's funeral service
Sports History
Finnish Ferrari driver Kimi Räikkönen qualifies in 1:19.119 during Q3 of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix at Monza; record for fastest average lap speed in F1 (263.588 kph or 163.786 mph)
Event of Interest
Memorial service for Senator John McCain at Washington National Cathedral with his daughter Meghan McCain, Barack Obama and George W. Bush speaking
About September 1, 2018
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 5 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: In My Feelings - Drake
#1 Song: Eastside - Benny Blanco/Halsey/Khalid
