Tuesday December 24, 1996: on this day

December 24, 1996 was the 359th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is December 24, 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 December 24, 1996, who was born and died on December 24, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 24, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton), movies (e.g. Retroactive, directed by Louis Morneau), TV series (e.g. Out Of Sight) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 24th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 24, 1996?


December 24, 1996 was a Tuesday and it was the 359th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 24, 1996 can also be written as 12/24/1996 in the US and as 24/12/1996 in UK and Europe.

December 24, 1996 in December 1996 calendar

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December 24, 1996: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 24, 1996:

  • A learjet 35 crashes into smarts mountain near dorchester, new hampshire, killing both pilots on board.

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December 24, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 24th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 24, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 24, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 24th, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 24, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 24, 1996 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 24, 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 December 24, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 04:51 pm and setting at 07:31 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 25, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Jan 23, 1997.

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Who was born on December 24, 1996?


Famous people born on December 24, 1996:

  • Boden Barrett

    Boden Barrett is a New Zealand rugby player known for his exceptional skills and leadership on the field.

  • Mackenzie Marie

    Youtube star.

  • Kendija Aparjode
  • Emanuel Cecchini
  • Kenny Molly
  • Benjamin Voisin

Whose famous birthday is on December 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 24th:

  • Ricky Martin
    Ricky Martin

    Puerto-rican singer.

  • Ava Gardner
    Ava Gardner

    American actress.

  • Stephenie Meyer
    Stephenie Meyer

    Young adult author.

  • Mark Valley
    Mark Valley

    American actor.

  • Lee Daniels
    Lee Daniels

    Director.

  • Diedrich Bader
    Diedrich Bader

    American actor.

  • Satomi Ishihara
    Satomi Ishihara

    Japanese actress.

  • Lynn Chen
    Lynn Chen

    Lynn Chen is an American actress and musician known for her work in film and television.

  • Clarence Gilyard
    Clarence Gilyard

    Clarence Gilyard is a former college athlete who later became an actor, best known for his roles in TV series like 'Walker, Texas Ranger'.

  • Ruth Chatterton
    Ruth Chatterton

    American actress, writer, and pilot.

See more famous people and celebrities born on December 24th

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December 24, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years 3 months old,

or 327 months and 5 days old,

or 1422 weeks and 3 days old,

or 9957 days old,

if you were born on December 24, 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 December 24, 1996?

There are 270 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 24, 1996?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 24, 1996.

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December 24, 1996: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 24, 1996:

  • Nguyen Huu Tho

    President of vietnam (1980-81), dies.

  • Edward Leadbitter

    Politician dies at 77.

  • Peter Dormer

    Arts writer, who dies at 47.

  • Takeo Doi
  • Nguyễn Hữu Thọ
  • Milan Vasojević

What famous deaths happened on December 24th?

Famous deaths on December 24th:

  • Jack Klugman
    Jack Klugman

    Jack klugman was an american tv actor known for his roles in 'the odd couple' and 'quincy, m.e.

  • Harold Pinter
    Harold Pinter

    British playwright, screenwriter, and poet.

  • Peter Lawford
    Peter Lawford

    British-american star with 57 films and several tv series.

  • Norma Talmadge
    Norma Talmadge

    American actress, silent screen, vaudeville and radio star, oldest of three talmadge sisters, who was promoted by her stage-driven mother.

  • Charles Durning
    Charles Durning

    American singer and actor (d. 2012).

  • Liz Smith
    Liz Smith

    American journalist and one of the most respected gossip columnists.

  • Ian Hendry
    Ian Hendry

    Actor (assassin get carter, repulsion), dead at 53.

  • Elener Adams

    Legendary American boxer known for his powerful punches and undefeated record.

  • Sharbel

    Lebanese Maronite monk known for his holiness and miracles.

  • Norman Vincent Peale

    Norman Vincent Peale was an American minister and author known for his work in popularizing the concept of positive thinking.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 24th

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December 24, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 24, 1996:

  • December 24 is celebrated as the day before Christmas, thus called Christmas Eve.
  • It is the day when food is traditionally set out for Santa Claus and his reindeer. Children around the world are urged to go to bed early so they are not awake when he arrives.
  • In Hungary, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Norway, the Czech Republic and Slovakia among others, this is the day that presents are exchanged and opened.
  • The Declaration of Christmas Peace takes place in the Old Great Square of Turku, Finland's official Christmas City, according to old traditions dating back to the Middle Ages.
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December 24, 1996: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 24, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 23rd and December 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 24, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 24, 1996 was Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 24, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 24, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  2. - I Believe I Can Fly
  3. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  4. - No Diggity
  5. - Nobody

December 24, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 24, 1996 was I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam") by R. Kelly, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 24, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 24, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")
  2. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  3. - Nobody
  4. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  5. - Pony

December 24, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 24, 1996 was Trapecista by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 24, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 24, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Trapecista
  2. - Asi Como Te Conoci
  3. - No Pude Enamorarme Mas
  4. - Palomita Blanca
  5. - El Principe

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December 24, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 24, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Retroactive

Retroactive

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Louis Morneau

Starring: Jim Belushi, Kylie Travis, Shannon Whirry, Frank Whaley

Dinosaur Valley Girls

Dinosaur Valley Girls

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Donald F. Glut

Starring: Jeff Rector, William Marshall, Griffin Drew, Harrison Ray

I'm Not Rappaport

I'm Not Rappaport

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Herb Gardner

Starring: Walter Matthau, Ossie Davis, Amy Irving, Craig T. Nelson

Little Witches

Little Witches

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Jane Simpson

Starring: Mimi Rose, Sheeri Rappaport, Jennifer Rubin, Jack Nance

Scream

Scream

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Wes Craven

Starring: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Skeet Ulrich

Country: United States of America

December 24, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 24, 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:

Out of Sight

Out of Sight

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Staying Alive

Staying Alive

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Sylvester Stallone

Two Fat Ladies

Two Fat Ladies

Release year: 1996

Starring: Clarissa Dickson Wright, Jennifer Paterson

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

L.A. Heat

L.A. Heat

Release year: 1996

Country: United States of America

December 24, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 24, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

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Sometimes a love story captures our hearts so much that it becomes more than just a story. It becomes an experience we will never forget. The Notebook is one such book.

Falling Up by Shel Silverstein

Falling Up

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A beautiful collection of poetry and drawings by Shel Silverstein (New York Times bestseller), comes this book.

Everyone Is Entitled To My Opinion by David Brinkley

Everyone Is Entitled To My Opinion

By:

Take it easy - David Brinkley Large Print Editions are published in a 16-point font * All Random House Large-Print Editions are printed in a 16 point typeface. No matter how serious we take our politics.

Airframe by Michael Crichton

Airframe

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This extraordinary thriller is by the same author as Jurassic Park, Timeline and Sphere. It concerns airline safety, business intrigue and a deadly cover up. #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

The Dilbert Principle by Scott Adams

The Dilbert Principle

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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.

December 24, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 24, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Resident Evil

Resident Evil

Platform: Dreamcast, Game Boy Color, GameCube, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo 64, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Sega Saturn, Wii, Wii U, Xbo

Genre: Survival horror Third-person shooter

Publisher: Capcom

Dragon Ball Z: The Legend

Dragon Ball Z: The Legend

Platform: Sega Saturn PlayStation

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Bandai

Gekisou Sentai Carranger: Zenkai! Racer Senshi

Gekisou Sentai Carranger: Zenkai! Racer Senshi

Platform: Super Famicom

Genre: Platform

Publisher: Bandai

Chronicles of the Sword

Chronicles of the Sword

Platform: DOS, PlayStation

Genre: Adventure game

Publisher: Psygnosis

Duke Nukem 3D

Duke Nukem 3D

Platform: Android; Game.com; iOS; Linux; Mac OS; Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 64; OS X; PlayStation; PlayStation 3; PlayStation Vita; Mega Drive/Genesis; Sega Saturn; Xbox 360

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: MacSoft Games (Mac OS); Sega (SS); Piko Interactive (SG); Virgin Interactive (PS); 3D Realms (X360); MachineWorks Northwest (iOS, Android); Devolver Digital (Megaton Edition)

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Who was the US President on December 24, 1996?

On December 24, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 24, 1996?

On December 24, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 24, 1996?

On December 24, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 24th?

December 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of December. 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 December 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - The dow jones industrial average fell 2.9% on christmas eve, marking its worst performance.
  • 2017 - Typhoon tembin - officials have raised the death toll from this storm at 182. at least 153 people are missing and more that 70,000 were displaced.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency: president muhammadu buhari announced that the nigerian armed forces had successfully expelled boko haram militants in their last stronghold, the sambisa forest, northeastern nigeria.

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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 December 1996?

December 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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.

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