April 16: What Happened on This Day in History
April 16th marks the 106th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 107th in case of leap years). There are 259 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 16th in history, famous birthdays on April 16th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 16.
What happened on April 16?
Here's what happened on April 16th in history:
- 2023: Andrew Lloyd Webber and Charles Hart's iconic musical 'Phantom of the Opera', directed by Hal Prince, concluded its historic Broadway run at the Majestic Theater in New York City. The show, which starred Laird Mackintosh (substituting for Ben Crawford) and Emelie Kouatchou, completed an extraordinary 13,981 performances and won 7 Tony Awards, marking the end of an era in musical theater history.
- 2018: Amid ongoing tensions, Russia denied interfering with the chemical weapons attack site in Douma, Syria. The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, a nine-member team, was granted permission to visit Damascus to investigate the incident. Syrian state media reported missile interceptions at Shayrat Airbase, with the U.S. denying any involvement.
- 2016: In an intense military engagement during the ongoing Afghanistan War, 40 Taliban fighters were killed in an attack on Afghan security forces. The conflict resulted in the death of four security personnel and the strategic capture of Kunduz, a key northern city.
- 2015: During the Yemeni Civil War, Al-Qaeda seized control of Riyan Airport, a strategic seaport and oil terminal located in Al Mukalla, southern Yemen. This significant territorial gain highlighted the ongoing instability in the region.
- 2012: The ongoing Syrian civil war escalates with increasing violence and international diplomatic efforts to establish peace.
- 1997: The Howard Stern Radio Show premiered in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area on WRQC 100.3 FM, expanding the controversial radio personality's media footprint across another major market.
- 1992: The musical Metro debuts at the Minskoff Theater in New York City, running for a limited 13-performance engagement.
- 1989: Pat Bradley secures victory at the AI Star / Centinela Hospital Golf Classic, demonstrating her skill in professional women's golf.
- 1984: Renowned poet Mary Oliver was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for her poetry collection 'American Primitive', a significant recognition of her literary talent and contribution to American poetry.
- 1976: As a measure to curb population growth, the minimum age for marriage in India is raised to 21 years for men and 18 years for women.
What famous birthdays are on April 16?
On April 16th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Charlie Chaplin]()
Charlie Chaplin (1889)Legendary silent film actor and director, known for his iconic character The Tramp.
![Kareem Abdul-Jabbar]()
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (1947)One of the most dominant basketball players in NBA history, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar played 20 seasons and is the league's all-time leading...
![Spike Milligan]()
Spike Milligan (1918)Renowned British comedian, writer, and performer best known for creating and starring in 'The Goon Show', a groundbreaking radio comedy...
![Martin Lawrence]()
Martin Lawrence (1965)Martin Lawrence is a renowned comedian and actor famous for his comedic roles in blockbuster films like Bad Boys and Big Momma's House, who...
![Anya Taylor-Joy]()
Anya Taylor-Joy (1996)Anya Taylor-Joy is a critically acclaimed British-Argentinian actress known for her breakthrough roles in 'The Queen's Gambit' and...
![Dusty Springfield]()
Dusty Springfield (1939)Dusty Springfield was a legendary British pop and soul singer who significantly influenced music in the 1960s, known for her distinctive...
![Michel Blanc]()
Michel Blanc (1952)Renowned French actor and director famous for comedic roles portraying quirky characters, particularly in the iconic 'Les Bronzés' series.
![Gina Carano]()
Gina Carano (1982)American mixed martial artist and actress who transitioned from professional fighting to entertainment, known for her roles in action films...
![Jon Cryer]()
Jon Cryer (1965)Jon Cryer is an Emmy Award-winning American actor best known for his long-running role as Alan Harper in the popular sitcom Two and a Half...
![Qi Shu]()
Qi Shu (1976)Qi Shu is a renowned Taiwanese actress known for her international film roles in 'The Transporter' and 'New York, I Love You', who has...
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Who died on April 16?
On April 16th the following celebrities died:
![David Lean]()
David Lean (1991)Legendary British film director renowned for epic masterpieces like 'Lawrence of Arabia' and 'The Bridge on the River Kwai', who...
![Ralph Ellison]()
Ralph Ellison (1994)Ralph Ellison was a prominent African American novelist, literary critic, and scholar, best known for his groundbreaking novel 'Invisible...
![Helen McCrory]()
Helen McCrory (2021)Renowned British actress known for her roles in Harry Potter, Peaky Blinders, and numerous stage productions.
![Robert Urich]()
Robert Urich (2002)American actor known for television series like Spenser: For Hire and Vega$, who appeared in films such as Magnum Force and worked across...
![Scott Brady]()
Scott Brady (1985)American film actor known for his roles in Western and crime movies, brother to Lawrence Tierney.
![Kay Walsh]()
Kay Walsh (2005)Kay Walsh was a prominent English actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater during the mid-20th century, particularly...
![Neville Brand]()
Neville Brand (1992)Neville Brand was a prominent American character actor known for his tough-guy roles in films and television, particularly in westerns and...
![Fay Bainter]()
Fay Bainter (1968)Fay Bainter was an Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater.
- Bernadette Soubirous (1879)
A young French woman who had visions of the Virgin Mary, leading to the establishment of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes.
- Rudolf Höss (1947)
Nazi SS officer and commandant of Auschwitz concentration camp, responsible for overseeing the systematic murder of over one million people...
What day of the year is April 16?
April 16th marks the 106th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 107th in case of leap years).
There are 259 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 16th is the 16th day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 16?
The zodiac sign associated with April 16th is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.
