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What Happened on May 29, 2009

Historical Events

1Q84 Published

"1Q84" books 1 and 2 by Haruki Murakami is first published in Japan, sells out the first day (book 3 published 2010)

Famous Deaths

  • Karine Ruby, French snowboarder (Olympic gold Giant slalom 1998, silver Parallel giant slalom 2002), dies in a climbing accident at 31
Died in 2009 2009 Highlights

About May 29, 2009

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 2 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Boom Boom Pow - The Black Eyed Peas
  • UK #1 Song: Bonkers - Dizzee Rascal Ft. Armand Van Helden