Historical Events
Sports History
French Open champion Gustavo Kuerten of Brazil wins the season-ending Tennis Masters Cup for the only time; beats Andre Agassi 6–4, 6–4, 6–4 in the final in Lisbon, Portugal
Famous Deaths
- Gwendolyn Brooks, American poet (Bean Eaters, Annie Allen, Pulitzer 1950), dies at 83
- Hoyt Curtin, American composer (Hanna-Barbera cartoon theme songs), dies at 78
2000 Highlights
About December 3, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 22 years and 6 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Independent Women Part I - Destiny's Child
#1 Song: Never Had A Dream Come True - S Club 7
