Sunday May 12, 1996: on this day

May 12, 1996 was the 133rd day of the year 1996, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 12, 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 May 12, 1996, who was born and died on May 12, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 12, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Always Be My Baby by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Breaking the Waves, directed by Lars von Trier), TV series (e.g. Hum Dono) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 12th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 12, 1996?


May 12, 1996 was a Sunday and it was the 133rd day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 1996 can also be written as 5/12/1996 in the US and as 12/5/1996 in UK and Europe.

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May 12, 1996: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 12, 1996:

  • Inherit the wind closes at royale theater nyc after 45 performances
  • Night of the iguana closes at criterion theater nyc after 68 performances

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May 12, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Chicago Bulls - New York Knicks : 94 - 91
  • Orlando Magic - Atlanta Hawks : 103 - 96
  • San Antonio Spurs - Utah Jazz : 86 - 101
  • Seattle SuperSonics - Houston Rockets : 114 - 107

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Atalanta - Padova : 3 - 0
  • Bari - Juventus : 2 - 2
  • Cagliari - Parma : 2 - 0
  • Milan - Cremonese : 7 - 1
  • Napoli - Udinese : 2 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Aalst - Mechelen : 3 - 2
  • Cercle Brugge - Harelbeke : 2 - 1
  • Charleroi - Club Brugge : 1 - 3
  • Gent - Lommel : 2 - 0
  • Germinal - Seraing : 5 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Duisburg - Unterhaching : 1 - 1
  • Leipzig - Nurnberg : 2 - 1
  • Lubeck - F Koln : 0 - 1
  • Mainz - CZ Jena : 3 - 0
  • Mannheim - Meppen : 2 - 0
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May 12, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 12, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 12th, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 12, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 12, 1996 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 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 May 12, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 02:57 am and setting at 04:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 03, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Jun 01, 1996.

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Who was born on May 12, 1996?


Famous people born on May 12, 1996:

  • Kaitlin Hawayek

    Kaitlin Hawayek is an American figure skater who competes in ice dancing with Jean-Luc Baker.

  • Amil Whitehead

    Amil Whitehead is a talented footballer who has excelled in the sport.

  • Kostas Tsimikas

    Greek footballer.

  • Raoul Hyman
  • Fran Karačić
  • Li Xiaomeng
  • Sebastian Ofner
  • Fabrice Olinga
  • Yiğit Arslan
  • Laure Touyé
  • You Xiaodi
  • Pia Züfle
  • Murilo Oliveira de Freitas
  • Jody February
  • Chin Hormechea

Whose famous birthday is on May 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 12th:

  • Emilio Estevez
    Emilio Estevez

    Emilio Estevez is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, known for his roles in the Brat Pack films of the 1980s.

  • Rami Malek
    Rami Malek

    Rami malek is an american actor known for his role as elliot alderson in the tv series mr.

  • Ving Rhames
    Ving Rhames

    Ving rhames is an american actor known for his roles in films such as pulp fiction, mission: impossible, and dawn of the dead.

  • Katharine Hepburn
    Katharine Hepburn

    American actress, whose first film appearance was in "a bill of divorcement" (1932) with john barrymore.

  • George Carlin
    George Carlin

    American comedian who started doing tv variety shows and nightclubs in 1966.

  • Gabriel Byrne
    Gabriel Byrne

    Irish actor, film director and producer, film writer, cultural ambassador, and audiobook narrator.

  • Burt Bacharach
    Burt Bacharach

    American composer and pianist of popular music.

  • Jason Biggs
    Jason Biggs

    He was an american actor who first appeared in national commercials at age 5. he was 13 when he won a role on "drexellaeur(tm),s class", a...

  • Malin Akerman
    Malin Akerman

    Swedish-canadian model and actress.

  • Catherine Tate
    Catherine Tate

    English actor, comedian, and writer.

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May 12, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years 10 months old,

or 334 months and 17 days old,

or 1454 weeks and 5 days old,

or 10183 days old,

if you were born on May 12, 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 May 12, 1996?

There are 44 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 1996?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 12, 1996.

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May 12, 1996: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 12, 1996:

  • Hubert William Dean

    Air armaments specialist, died at the age of 84.

  • Robert Edwin Hall

    Mountaineer/businessman, dies at age 35.

  • Mohamed Abdel Rahman
  • Oscar Pelosi

What famous deaths happened on May 12th?

Famous deaths on May 12th:

  • Robert Reed
    Robert Reed

    American actor most well-known for his role as paterfamilias mike brady on the tv series "the brady bunch", a funny, corny, and endearing...

  • Monica Zetterlund
    Monica Zetterlund

    Swedish singer and actress (born 1937).

  • Louis Calhern
    Louis Calhern

    American actor and singer (d. 1956).

  • Cornell Borchers
    Cornell Borchers

    Germany -- actress (big lift floodtide, istanbul, istanbul).

  • Lillian Roth
    Lillian Roth

    Actress (animal crackers and alice sweet alice).

  • Elisabeth Bergner
    Elisabeth Bergner

    German actress (b. 1897).

  • Johnye Russell

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Jozeph Pilsudski

    Polish statesman who served as Chief of State and First Marshal of Poland.

  • Nillie Sachs

    German-Swedish politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

  • Solita Solano

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 12th

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May 12, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 12, 1996:

  • Day of Finnishness in Finland; Commemoration day of J. V. Snellman.
  • International Nurses Day
  • Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Thailand - Visakha Bucha. (2006) [1]
  • Israel - Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Israeli Independence Day) for 2005: the observed date of this national holiday is determined by the Jewish Calendar.
  • Blessed Imelda
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saints Achilleus and Nereus

Observances on May 12, 1996:

  • International Day of Plant Health [FAO]

Saints celebrated on May 12, 1996:

  • Saint Epiphanius
  • Saint Domitilla
  • Saint Modoald
  • Saint Pancras (died 304), second of the Ice Saints
  • Saint Joan of Portugal
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May 12, 1996: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 12, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 6th and May 12th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 12, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 1996 was Always Be My Baby by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 12, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 12, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Always Be My Baby youtube
  2. - Tha Crossroads
  3. - Because You Loved Me youtube
  4. - Nobody Knows
  5. - Ironic

May 12, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 1996 was Fastlove by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 12, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 12, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Fastlove
  2. - Ooh Aah... Just A Little Bit
  3. - Return Of The Mack
  4. - Cecilia
  5. - Move Move Move (The Red Tribe)

May 12, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 1996 was Tha Crossroads by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 12, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 12, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Tha Crossroads
  2. - You're The One
  3. - Always Be My Baby youtube
  4. - All The Things (Your Man Won't Do) (From "Don't Be A Menace...")
  5. - Down Low (Nobody Has To Know)

May 12, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 12, 1996 was El Circo by Los Tigres del Norte, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

May 12, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 12, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 6th and May 12th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Circo
  2. - Basta Ya!
  3. - Estoy Aqui
  4. - Amarte A Ti
  5. - De Repente

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May 12, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 12, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Breaking the Waves

Breaking the Waves

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Lars von Trier

Starring: Emily Watson, Stellan Skarsgård, Katrin Cartlidge, Jean-Marc Barr

Country: United States of America

Kansas City

Kansas City

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Jennifer Jason Leigh, Miranda Richardson, Harry Belafonte, Michael Murphy

Twister

Twister

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Jan de Bont

Starring: Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, Cary Elwes, Jami Gertz

Country: United States of America

Ridicule

Ridicule

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Patrice Leconte

Starring: Charles Berling, Jean Rochefort, Fanny Ardant, Judith Godrèche

The Van

The Van

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Stephen Frears

Starring: Colm Meaney, Donal O'Kelly, Ger Ryan, Caroline Rothwell

May 12, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 12, 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:

Hum Dono

Hum Dono

Release year: 1996

Directed by: B. S. Glaad

Tattoon Master

Tattoon Master

Release year: 1996

Recovery

Recovery

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Marcus Scott

The Dana Carvey Show

The Dana Carvey Show

Release year: 1996

Directed by: John Fortenberry

Buzzkill

Buzzkill

Release year: 1996

Written by:

Starring: Travis Draft

Country: United States of America

May 12, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 12, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Blood Sport by James B. Stewart

Blood Sport

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This article discusses Whitewater, Vince Foster's death, and other White House scandals. It also explains how these episodes were exploited and White House reactions.

The Dilbert Principle by Scott Adams

The Dilbert Principle

By:

Dilbert is the creator of the most popular comic strip in America (syndicated in almost 1000 newspapers). This author takes a look at corporate America's glorious lunacy.

The Tenth Insight by James Redfield

The Tenth Insight

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240pages. in8. BrochA(c).

Shadows Of The Empire by Steve Perry

Shadows Of The Empire

By:

Shadows of Empire reveals the dark outlines of a criminal plot that lurks behind the scenes of the movies. It is ruled over by a new character.

The Beast From the East by R.L. Stine

The Beast From the East

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Ginger Wald wanders aimlessly through the woods along with her twin brothers. She wonders why the forest contains so many bizarre species of fauna and flora. Then, a group furry blue monsters calls them to join them in a deadly …

May 12, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 12, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bahamut Lagoon

Bahamut Lagoon

Platform: Super Famicom

Genre: Tactical role-playing

Publisher: Square

Diablo series

Diablo series

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Mac OS X, PlayStation, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One

Genre: Action role-playing, hack and slash

Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment Sierra Entertainment

Cool Boarders

Cool Boarders

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Snowboarding

Publisher: JP UEP Systems; NA SCEA; EU SCEE; JP Studio Zan (PSN)

DragonHeart: Fire and Steel

DragonHeart: Fire and Steel

Platform: PSX, Sega Saturn, PC, Game Boy

Genre: Hack and slash, Action, Platformer

Publisher: Acclaim Entertainment Acclaim Japan (Japan release)

Amok

Amok

Platform: Saturn, MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action

Publisher: NA Scavenger; JP Koei; EU Scavenger; BR Tec Toy

history

Who was the US President on May 12, 1996?

On May 12, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 12, 1996?

On May 12, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 12, 1996?

On May 12, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about May 12th?

May 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of May. 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 May 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb, 2002-present: gunmen set fire to a catholic church at mass and killed six people in dablo (burkina faso).
  • 2018 - Unrest in burundi (2015-present), 26 people were killed in cibitoke province. according to the country's security minister, an unknown terrorist group was responsible for the attack on civilians living in their homes.
  • 2017 - Paramore, the grammy-winning band, releases after laughter, their fifth album.

Find out more about May 12th

history

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 May 1996?

May 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.

Discover how May 1996 calendar looked like.

Sunday May 12, 1996