Historical Events
Film Release
"Michael Clayton", starring George Clooney, Tom Wilkinson, and Tilda Swinton, is released
Sports History
After years of angry denials, triple gold medal winning American sprinter Marion Jones admits she used steroids 2000-01; pleads guilty to lying to federal investigators; announces retirement in tearful apology; medals returned to USOC
Famous Divorces
Reese Witherspoon
Actress Reese Witherspoon (30) divorces actor Ryan Phillippe (32) due to irreconcilable differences after 7 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Justin Tuveri, Italian veteran of the First World War (b. 1898)
- Walter Kempowski, German writer (German Chronicle), dies at 78
2007 Highlights
About October 5, 2007
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Crank That (Soulja Boy) - Soulja Boy Tell'em
#1 Song: About You Now - Sugababes
