Famous Deaths
- Eric Allandale [Dubuisson], West Indian-British rock and soul trombonist, and songwriter (The Foundations - "Baby Now That I've Found You"), dies at 65
- Kathleen Freeman, American actress (Beverly Hillbillies, 3 Ring Circus), dies of lung cancer at 82
- Peter Maas, American novelist (b. 1929)
2001 Highlights
About August 23, 2001
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 5 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Fallin' - Alicia Keys
#1 Song: Let's Dance - Five
