Famous Deaths
- Fanny Leys, Flemish author (Ontwijding), dies at 95
- Francisco da Costa Gomes, President of Portugal’s ruling military junta (1974-76), dies at 87
- Friedrich Franz, Hereditary Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (b. 1910)
- Poul Anderson, American science-fiction and fantasy author, winner of 7 Hugo and 3 Nebula Awards (The Sharing of Flesh; Mirkheim; After Doomsday), dies of prostate cancer at 74
2001 Highlights
About July 31, 2001
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 10 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bootylicious - Destiny's Child
#1 Song: Eternal Flame - Atomic Kitten
