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January 02, 1996 was the 2nd day of the year 1996, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is January 02, 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 January 02, 1996, who was born and died on January 02, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 02, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood, directed by Paris Barclay), TV series (e.g. Copycat) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 2nd, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was January 02, 1996?
- January 02, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- January 02, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on January 02, 1996?
- January 02, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- January 02, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
- January 02, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- January 02, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
- January 02, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- January 02, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- January 02, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- January 02, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on January 02, 1996?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 02, 1996?
- Who was the Pope on January 02, 1996?
What day of the week was January 02, 1996?
January 02, 1996 was a Tuesday and it was the 2nd day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.
January 02, 1996 can also be written as 1/2/1996 in the US and as 2/1/1996 in UK and Europe.
January 02, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 2nd 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 January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.
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January 02, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 02, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on January 2nd, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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January 02, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on January 02, 1996 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 02, 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 January 02, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 02:32 pm and setting at 05:14 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 07, 1995 while the next full moon would come on Jan 05, 1996.
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Who was born on January 02, 1996?
Famous people born on January 02, 1996:
- Jonah Bolden
Australian-american basketball player.
- Aleeza Mehtab
Youtube star.
- Darwin Echeverry
- Gustavo Ferrareis
- Jules Lapierre
- Kamil Małecki
- Ferdinand Omanyala
- Alperi Onar
- Claudio Villagra
- Yu Xiaoyu
- Lourency
- Cihat Çelik
- Erika Furlani
- Viv Solomon-Otabor
- Nana Opoku Ampomah
- Lucien Koch
- Deaken Bluman
Whose famous birthday is on January 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 2nd:
![Kate Bosworth]()
Kate BosworthAmerican actress.
![Taye Diggs]()
Taye DiggsTaye diggs is an american actor known for his roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'how stella got her groove back' and 'rent'.
![Tia Carrere]()
Tia CarrereTia Carrere is an actress known for her roles in films like Wayne's World and for her appearances in reality TV shows.
![Isaac Asimov]()
Isaac AsimovRussian-american biochemist, columnist in science, anthropologist, and prolific sci-fi author.
![Giovanna Ralli]()
Giovanna RalliItalian actress, ralli made her acting debut at seven years old.
![Florence Lawrence]()
Florence LawrenceSilent screen actress (confidence) dies at 48.
![William Haines]()
William HainesAmerican interior designer and actor (d. 1973).
![Patrick Huard]()
Patrick HuardCanadian screenwriter and actor.
![Joanna Pacula]()
Joanna PaculaTomszowaubelski (poland -- actress) (gorky park and kiss).
![Lucy Davis]()
Lucy DavisEnglish actress.
January 02, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 28 years 3 months old,
or 339 months and 18 days old,
or 1476 weeks and 4 days old,
or 10336 days old,
if you were born on January 02, 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 January 02, 1996?
There are 258 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 2nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 02, 1996?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 02, 1996.
January 02, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on January 02, 1996:
- Sydney Thompson
Rock climber, who dies at 81.
- Thornton Page
Astrophysicist dies at the age of 82.
- Carlos Blasco de Imaz
- Mario Sansone
What famous deaths happened on January 2nd?
Famous deaths on January 2nd:
![David Lynch]()
David LynchAmerican screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.
![Anne Francis]()
Anne FrancisAmerican magazine cover girl, five years old.
![Dick Powell]()
Dick PowellAmerican actor, singer, director, and producer (d. 1963).
![Pete Postlethwaite]()
Pete PostlethwaitePete postlethwaite was a british actor known for his roles in films such as the usual suspects and inception.
![Dick Emery]()
Dick EmeryActor (yellow submarine.
![Una Merkel]()
Una MerkelCovington (kentucky) -- actress (42nd street and abraham lincoln).
![Jack Carson]()
Jack CarsonManitoba, canada -- actor ("star is born", mildred pierce).
![Nancy Kelly]()
Nancy KellyLowell, massachusetts -- actress.
![Emil Jannings]()
Emil JanningsGerman actor who won the first Academy Award for Best Actor.
![Tex Ritter]()
Tex RitterCountry singer "five star jubilee" dies at the age of 67.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 2nd
January 02, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on January 02, 1996:
- New Zealand ? Statutory holiday, Second day of New Year.
- United States - Bonza Bottler Day.
- Slovenia ? Second day of New Year.
- Scotland ? Second day of the Hogmanay Bank Holiday.
- Catholicism and Anglicanism ? Feast day of St. Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen.
- The eighth day of Christmas (and ninth night of same) in Western Christianity.
- Science Fiction Day
January 02, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on January 02, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 1st and January 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
January 02, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on January 02, 1996 was One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.
January 02, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on January 02, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Mariah Carey - One Sweet Day
- Whitney Houston - Exhale (Shoop Shoop)
- LL Cool J - Hey Lover
- Coolio - Gangsta's Paradise
- TLC - Diggin' On You
January 02, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on January 02, 1996 was Earth Song by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.
January 02, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on January 02, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Michael Jackson - Earth Song
- Boyzone - Father And Son
- The Prodigy - Breathe
- George Michael - Jesus To A Child
- Baby D - So Pure
January 02, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on January 02, 1996 was Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale") by Whitney Houston, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.
January 02, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on January 02, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Whitney Houston - Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale")
- Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men - One Sweet Day
- Monica - Before You Walk Out Of My Life/Like This And Like That
- LL Cool J - Hey Lover
- Faith Evans - Soon As I Get Home
January 02, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on January 02, 1996 was Mas Alla by Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.
January 02, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on January 02, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 1st and January 7th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Gloria Estefan - Mas Alla
- Enrique Iglesias - Si Tu Te Vas
- Pete Astudillo - Como Te Extrano
- Bronco: El Gigante De America - Todo Por Ti
- Cristian - Vuelveme A Querer
January 02, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on January 02, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Paris Barclay
Starring: Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Tracey Cherelle Jones
Country: United States of America
Cadillac Ranch
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Lisa Gottlieb
Starring: Jim Metzler, Joe Stevens, Bill Wise, Ashley Coe
Bio-Dome
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Jason Bloom
Starring: Pauly Shore, Stephen Baldwin, William Atherton, Denise Dowse
Playback
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Oley Sassone
Starring: George Hamilton, Tawny Kitaen, Shannon Whirry, Harry Dean Stanton
Jane Eyre
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli
Starring: Charlotte Gainsbourg, William Hurt, Maria Schneider, Anna Paquin, Geraldine Chaplin, Joan Plowright, Elle Macpherson, John Wood (II), Fiona Shaw, Leanne Rowe, Billie Whitelaw, Samuel West
Country: Italy
January 02, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on January 02, 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:
Copycat
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Jon Amiel
Kicking & Screaming
Release year: 1995
Directed by: nbcu
Goosebumps
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Rob Letterman
Shooting Gallery
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Keoni Waxman
The Thin Blue Line
Release year: 1995
Directed by: Errol Morris
January 02, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on January 02, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Hundred Secret Senses
By: Amy Tan
The author of The Valley of Amazement, Amy Tan has written the "wisest and best-loved novel" (Boston Globe). It was set in San Francisco, but Amy Tan also lives in a remote village in Southwestern China.
The Horse Whisperer
By: Nicholas Evans
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERHis full name is Tom Booker. His voice can soothe wild horses and his touch can heal broken spirits. Annie Graves, a mother of two, has traveled across continents to Montana's Booker Ranch to help her …
The Christmas Box
By: Richard Paul Evans
An anniversary edition of the timeless Christmas classic that touched the hearts millions of readers: "The most popular holiday tale ever since Tiny Tim" (Newsweek).
Emotional Intelligence
By: Daniel Goleman
We all know that IQ alone is not a guarantee of success, happiness or virtue. However, until Emotional Intelligence was developed, we couldn't be certain why.
Airframe
By: Michael Crichton
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
January 02, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on January 02, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Digital Pinball: Necronomicon
Darby the Dragon
Cool Boarders
College Slam
3D Tetris
Who was the US President on January 02, 1996?
On January 02, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 02, 1996?
On January 02, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on January 02, 1996?
On January 02, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about January 2nd?
January 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of January. 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 January 2nd, such as:
- 2019 - China-united states trade war (2018-present). apple, an american electronics company, warns that iphone sales have been slowing and that the product is in low demand. this is attributed to trade tensions with china. according to apple, its fiscal earnings are expected to drop for the first quarter due to disappointing holiday sales figures. the company also claims that it could lose $9b due the fall.
- 2018 - Weinstein effect: vice media suspends its top executives while it investigates accusations against them.
- 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: islamic state in iraq and the levant claims responsibility. it claims it is responding to turkey's actions within syria.
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 January 1996?
January 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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.
