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August 05, 1996 was the 218th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.
Is August 05, 1996 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 05, 1996, who was born and died on August 05, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 05, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio), movies (e.g. Tin Cup, directed by Ron Shelton), TV series (e.g. Safe And Sound) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 5th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 05, 1996?
- August 05, 1996: What happened on that day?
- August 05, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 05, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 05, 1996?
- August 05, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 05, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
- August 05, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 05, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
- August 05, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 05, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 05, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 05, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 05, 1996?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1996?
- Who was the Pope on August 05, 1996?
What day of the week was August 05, 1996?
August 05, 1996 was a Monday and it was the 218th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 05, 1996 can also be written as 8/5/1996 in the US and as 5/8/1996 in UK and Europe.
August 05, 1996: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 05, 1996:
- Dallas cowboys play kansas city chiefs in monterrey mexico
August 05, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 05, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.
Discover the Rat personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 5th, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 05, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 05, 1996 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 1996 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on August 05, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 11:19 pm and setting at 02:02 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 30, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Aug 28, 1996.
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Who was born on August 05, 1996?
Famous people born on August 05, 1996:
- Matthew Paquette
Matthew paquette is a former vine star known for his comedic content and short skits.
- Takakeishō Mitsunobu
Japanese sumo wrestler.
- Cho Seung-youn
South korean singer-songwriter and rapper.
- Francesca Deagostini
- Daichi Kamada
- Rafał Makowski
- Mai Murakami
- Malik Reed
- Sophie Sundqvist
- Theodoros Tselidis
Whose famous birthday is on August 5th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 5th:
![Genelia D'Souza]()
Genelia D'SouzaGenelia d'souza is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her roles in popular movies such as 'jaane tu.
![DeRay Davis]()
DeRay DavisDeRay Davis is an American comedian and actor known for his roles in films such as 21 Bridges and Semi-Pro.
![Loni Anderson]()
Loni AndersonAmerican actress.
![John Huston]()
John HustonAmerican screenwriter, actor, and director of film.
![Maureen McCormick]()
Maureen McCormickMaureen McCormick is an American actress best known for her role as Marcia Brady on the television series 'The Brady Bunch.
![Mark Strong]()
Mark StrongMark strong is a british actor known for his roles in films such as kingsman, sherlock holmes, and tinker tailor soldier spy.
![John Saxon]()
John SaxonAmerican actor.
![Jesse Williams]()
Jesse WilliamsJesse williams is an american actor known for his role as dr.
![Kara Tointon]()
Kara TointonBritish actress recognized for her work on stage and screen.
![Jonathan Silverman]()
Jonathan SilvermanAmerican producer and actor.
August 05, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 27 years 8 months old,
or 332 months and 11 days old,
or 1445 weeks and 1 day old,
or 10116 days old,
if you were born on August 05, 1996.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 05, 1996?
There are 111 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 5th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1996?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 05, 1996.
August 05, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 05, 1996:
- Abdulrahman Mohamed Babu
Politician dies at 72.
- Bruce Howard Lidington
Actor (sword of valiant mosses), died at 46.
- Frank Ulrich Marcus
At 68, a playwright/critic dies.
- Roman Schnur
- Claudio Barigozzi
What famous deaths happened on August 5th?
Famous deaths on August 5th:
![Marilyn Monroe]()
Marilyn MonroeAmerican actress, singer, model and actress.
![Richard Burton]()
Richard BurtonBrilliant and famous welsh actor.
![Alec Guinness]()
Alec GuinnessBritish actor, born in the 1930s.
![Carmen Miranda]()
Carmen MirandaPortuguese-american actress, known as "the brazilian bombshell", is flamboyant and a magnet for people.
![Judy Canova]()
Judy CanovaAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1913).
![Queenie Smith]()
Queenie SmithActress/dancer (funny side), passes away at the age of 79.
![Charles Carson]()
Charles CarsonActor, "cry the beloved land", dies at 87.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 5th
August 05, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 05, 1996:
- St. Memmius
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 5 saints: St. Oswald
- St. Afra and her companions
- Burkina Faso - Independence Day
- Croatia - Victory Day and National Thanksgiving Day
August 05, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 05, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 5th and August 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 05, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1996 was Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.
August 05, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 05, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Los Del Rio - Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)
- Toni Braxton - You're Makin' Me High
- 2 Pac - How Do U Want It
- Keith Sweat - Twisted
- Tracy Chapman - Give Me One Reason
August 05, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1996 was Wannabe by The Spice Girls, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.
August 05, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 05, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Spice Girls - Wannabe
- Los Del Rio - Macarena
- Fugees - Killing Me Softly
- Robbie Williams - Freedom
- Peter Andre featuring Bubbler Ranx - Mysterious Girl
August 05, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 1996 was I Can't Sleep Baby (If I) by R. Kelly, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.
August 05, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 05, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- R. Kelly - I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)
- Toni Braxton - You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow
- Keith Sweat - Twisted
- 112 Featuring The Notorious B.I.G. - Only You
- 2Pac Featuring K-Ci And JoJo - How Do U Want It/California Love
August 05, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 05, 1996 was Que Pena Me Das by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.
August 05, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 05, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 5th and August 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marco Antonio Solis - Que Pena Me Das
- La Mafia - Mejores Que Ella
- Los Tigres del Norte - El Reportero
- Olga Tanon - Me Subes, Me Bajas, Me Subes
- Cristian - No Puedo Arrancarte De Mi
August 05, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 05, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Tin Cup
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Ron Shelton
Starring: Kevin Costner, Rene Russo, Don Johnson, Cheech Marin
Country: United States of America
She's the One
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Edward Burns
Starring: Edward Burns, Jennifer Aniston, John Mahoney, Michael McGlone
Country: United States of America
The Fan
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Tony Scott
Starring: Robert De Niro, Wesley Snipes, Ellen Barkin, John Leguizamo
Country: United States of America
Basquiat
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Julian Schnabel
Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Michael Wincott, Benicio Del Toro, Claire Forlani
Brilliant Lies
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Richard Franklin
Starring: Gia Carides, Anthony LaPaglia, Zoe Carides, Ray Barrett
August 05, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 05, 1996 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Safe and Sound
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Clark Davis
Chain Reaction
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Andrew Davis
The Adventures of Pinocchio
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Steve Barron
Mensch, Pia!
Release year: 1996
August 05, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 05, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
From Potter's Field
By: Patricia Cornwell
Patricia Cornwell, #1 New York Times Bestseller, enters the chilling world Dr. Kay Scarpetta, Virginia's Chief Medical Examiner, and a brave, brilliant killer from her past.
Lily White
By: Susan Isaacs
Lily White is a Long Island criminal defense attorney. Lee is smart, savvy and down to earth. She can spot a fake the same way her mother can spot Armani.
The Wedding
By: Julie Garwood
For the Roses is a masterpiece that only a master can top, and Julie Garwood once again proved why she "attracts readers as beautiful heroines attract dashing heros"
Undaunted Courage
By: Stephen E. Ambrose
The definitive guide to Lewis and Clark's expedition to the Louisiana Purchase by the best-selling author of Band of Brothers and D-Day.
Unlimited Access
By: Gary Aldrich
Gary Aldrich, an FBI agent, was closing his career with a stint in the White House. He was shaken by what should have been a peaceful end.
August 05, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 05, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Formula 1
Digital Pinball: Necronomicon
Burning Road
Bass Masters Classic: Pro Edition
Extreme Pinball
Who was the US President on August 05, 1996?
On August 05, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 05, 1996?
On August 05, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 05, 1996?
On August 05, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 5th?
August 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on August 5th, such as:
- 2018 - Three czech soldiers are killed by a taliban suicide bomber in afghanistan during the war in afghanistan (2001 to present). the bombing also leaves two u.s. soldiers and two afghan soldiers with serious injuries.
- 2017 - 2017 v-22 osprey accident: three marine corps members are missing following a mv-22 osprey collision off the coast of queensland, australia. twenty-three of the 26 people aboard have been rescued. (ap),
- 2016 - 2016 assam attacks: gunmen open fire on a assam market, india. 13 people are killed and 18 are injured.
What happened in 1996?
1996 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 7th Billboard Music Awards
- Sex & Longing opens at Cort Theater, New York City
- Cornerstone dedication for Holocaust Museum in New York City
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What was the calendar for August 1996?
August 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
