Historical Events
Slumdog Millionaire
"Slumdog Millionaire" based on the novel "Q & A" by Vikas Swarup, directed by Danny Boyle and starring Dev Patel premieres at the Telluride Film Festival (Best Picture 2009)
Famous Weddings
James Gandolfini
"The Sopranos" actor James Gandolfini (46) weds former model Deborah Lin (40) at Central Union Church in Honolulu, Hawaii
Famous Deaths
- Tommy Bolt, American golfer (US Open 1958), dies at 92
- Walter "Killer" Kowalski, Canadian professional wrestler, dies at 81
2008 Highlights
About August 30, 2008
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 15 years and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Disturbia - Rihanna
#1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
