Historical Events
- Wimbledon Women's Tennis: Amélie Mauresmo of France wins her 2nd and last Grand Slam singles event; beats Justine Henin-Hardenne 2-6, 6-3, 6-4
Famous Weddings
- "Good Day L.A." co-host Jillian Barberie (39) weds actor Grant Reynolds in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles
- "The Surreal Life" actress Brigitte Nielsen (43) weds model Mattia Dessi (27) at the Radisson SAS Golden Sands Resort and Spa in Malta
Famous Deaths
- June Allyson, American actress ("Too Young to Kiss"; "The DuPont Show with June Allyson"), dies of respiratory failure and bronchitis at 88
- Peter Hawkins, British actor/voice actor (b. 1924)
2006 Highlights
About July 8, 2006
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Promiscuous - Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland
#1 Song: Hips Don't Lie - Shakira Ft. Wyclef Jean
