Historical Events
#1 in the Charts
'Always On Time' by R&B artist Ja Rule featuring Ashanti starts a two-week run at No.1 on the US singles chart.
Daytona 500
44th Daytona 500: Ward Burton's win first for Dodge since Richard Petty's victory in the 1974 race
- Westlife go to No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'World Of Our Own.' The Irish boy band's 10th UK No.1 single.
Famous Weddings
- Actress Joan Collins (68) weds theater company manager Percy Gibson at Claridge's Hotel in London
2002 Highlights
About February 17, 2002
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Always On Time - Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti- #1 Song: Hero - Enrique Iglesias
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#1 Song: Hero - 