Historical Events
- Russo-Georgian War: Georgia moves troops into Russian supported self-proclaimed republic of South Ossetia in response to aggression; 1st European war of the 21st century.
Famous Weddings
Jewel Kilcher
American singer-songwriter Jewel Kilcher (34) weds American rodeo champion Ty Murray (38) at The Cove Atlantis Resort in Paradise Island, Bahamas; divorce in 2014
Famous Deaths
- Andrea Pininfarina, Italian engineer (CEO of Pininfarina S.p.A.), dies in a road accident at 51
- Bernie Brillstein, American talent agent, manager and producer (The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd), dies of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at 77
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About August 7, 2008
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
- #1 Song: All Summer Long - Kid Rock