Famous Deaths
- Nicholas Metropolis, Greek-American mathematician, physicist and computer scientist, dies at 84
- Ralph Grey, Baron Grey of Naunton, Governor of Northern Ireland (1968-73), dies at 89
1999 Highlights
About October 17, 1999
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 5 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Smooth - Santana Featuring Rob Thomas
#1 Song: Genie In A Bottle - Christina Aguilera
