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October 16, 1996 was the 290th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is October 16, 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 October 16, 1996, who was born and died on October 16, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 16, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio), movies (e.g. Thinner, directed by Tom Holland), TV series (e.g. Two Fat Ladies) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 16th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 16, 1996?
- October 16, 1996: What happened on that day?
- October 16, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 16, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 16, 1996?
- October 16, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 16, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
- October 16, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 16, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
- October 16, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 16, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 16, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 16, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 16, 1996?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 16, 1996?
- Who was the Pope on October 16, 1996?
What day of the week was October 16, 1996?
October 16, 1996 was a Wednesday and it was the 290th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 16, 1996 can also be written as 10/16/1996 in the US and as 16/10/1996 in UK and Europe.
October 16, 1996: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 16, 1996:
- Eighty-four people are killed and more than 180 injured as 47,000 football fans attempt to squeeze into the 36,000-seat estadio mateo flores in guatemala city.
- Eighty-four football fans die and 180 are injured in a massive crush at a match in guatemala city.
October 16, 1996: What were the main match results that day?
Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Norwich - Oldham : 2 - 0
- Port Vale - Crystal Palace : 0 - 2
- QPR - Bradford : 1 - 0
- Southend - Grimsby : 1 - 0
- Swindon - Huddersfield : 6 - 0
Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)
- Millwall - Bury : 1 - 0
October 16, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 16th is Libra.
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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 16, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 16, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 16th, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 16, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 16, 1996 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 16, 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 October 16, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 11:06 am and setting at 10:15 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 27, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Oct 26, 1996.
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Who was born on October 16, 1996?
Famous people born on October 16, 1996:
- Rivaldo Coetzee
- Francesco Cottarelli
- Erdenebatyn Tsendbaatar
- Walid Hamidi
- Koffi Kouakou
- Andrea Locatelli
- Luka Luković
- Daniel Niero
- Toprak Razgatlıoğlu
- Giovanni Ricci
- Colton Shires
- Sadam Sulley
- Zhang Zhizhen
- Luiz Fernando Moraes dos Santos
- Gloria Liang
Whose famous birthday is on October 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 16th:
![Hema Malini]()
Hema MaliniHema malini is an indian actress known for her work in hindi cinema, particularly for her roles in romantic and dramatic films.
![Maidie Norman]()
Maidie NormanMaidie norman was an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'what ever happened to baby jane?' and 'the long, hot summer'.
![Tim Robbins]()
Tim RobbinsAmerican actor, screenwriter and director, a quirky character lead.
![Angela Lansbury]()
Angela LansburyBritish-american actress who rose to stardom in 1960s broadway musical "mame", then as jessica fletcher, a hit tv series called "murder she...
![Suzanne Somers]()
Suzanne SomersAmerican actress, who appears in films and television series as the dumb-blonde.
![Elsa Zylberstein]()
Elsa ZylbersteinFrench stage, tv and film actress, born to a polish jewish father (physicist), and a catholic mother.
![Linda Darnell]()
Linda DarnellAmerican actress.
![Corinna Harfouch]()
Corinna HarfouchGerman actress.
![David Zucker]()
David ZuckerAmerican film producer, director and screenwriter, as well as actor and screenwriter, was a prolific filmmaker who made and directed many...
![Max Bygraves]()
Max BygravesBritish cockney comedian, actor and stage performer who grew into a great character star.
October 16, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 27 years 6 months old,
or 330 months and 9 days old,
or 1436 weeks and 1 day old,
or 10053 days old,
if you were born on October 16, 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 October 16, 1996?
There are 174 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 16, 1996?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 16, 1996.
October 16, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 16, 1996:
- Eric Malpass
English novelist (d. 1996).
- Jason Bernard
Actor (judge liar liar), died at 58 from a heart attack.
- Eric Lawson Malpass
Writer dies at 85.
- Ismond Rosen
Artist / psychoanalyst, who dies at 82.
- Anthony Griffin
Sailor dies at 75.
- James Wild
Music teacher dies at 68.
- Guy Crescent
- Silvio Messinetti
- Aldo Victor de Sanctis
What famous deaths happened on October 16th?
Famous deaths on October 16th:
![Deborah Kerr]()
Deborah KerrScottish-american actress, nominated six time for academy award in leading roles, including "from here to eternity,"" "beloved infidel,","...
![Peggy Ann Garner]()
Peggy Ann GarnerActress (ford theater), died at 53 from cancer.
![Roy Dotrice]()
Roy DotriceChannel islands, guernsey -- actor (wizard).
![Audra Lindley]()
Audra LindleyAmerican actress (d. 1997).
![Jean Shepherd]()
Jean ShepherdMulti-media comedian and writer from america.
![John Dunsworth]()
John DunsworthCanadian actor and comedian (d. 2017).
![Shirley Booth]()
Shirley BoothActress hazel dies at 85 from natural causes.
![Rick Jason]()
Rick JasonAmerican actor (b. 1923).
![Dan Dailey]()
Dan DaileyAmerican actor, singer, dancer, and director (b. 1913).
![Ed Lauter]()
Ed LauterLong beach, new york -- actor.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 16th
October 16, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Observances on October 16, 1996:
- World Food Day [FAO]
October 16, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 16, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 14th and October 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 16, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 16, 1996 was Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 16, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Los Del Rio - Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)
- Donna Lewis - I Love You Always Forever
- Celine Dion - It's All Coming Back To Me Now
- BLACKstreet - No Diggity
- No Mercy - Where Do You Go
October 16, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 16, 1996 was Breakfast At Tiffany's by Deep Blue Something, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 16, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Deep Blue Something - Breakfast At Tiffany's
- Boyzone - Words
- Celine Dion - It's All Coming Back To Me Now
- The Spice Girls - Say You'll Be There
- The Chemical Brothers - Setting Sun
October 16, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 16, 1996 was No Diggity by BLACKstreet (Featuring Dr. Dre), according to the R&B music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 16, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- BLACKstreet (Featuring Dr. Dre) - No Diggity
- Az Yet - Last Night (From "The Nutty Professor")
- Mint Condition - What Kind Of Man Would I Be
- Keith Sweat Featuring Athena Cage - Nobody
- Aaliyah - If Your Girl Only Knew
October 16, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 16, 1996 was Recuerdos, Tristeza Y Soledad by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.
October 16, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marco Antonio Solis - Recuerdos, Tristeza Y Soledad
- Enrique Iglesias - No Llores Por Mi
- Los Mismos - Me Esta Doliendo Dejarte
- Los Tigres del Norte - Cuestion Olvidada
- Luis Miguel - Dame
October 16, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 16, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Thinner
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Tom Holland
Starring: Robert John Burke, Joe Mantegna, Lucinda Jenney, Bethany Joy Lenz
Country: United States of America
Maachis
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Gulzar
Starring: Om Puri, Tabu, Chandrachur Singh, Kanwaljit Singh
The Associate
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Donald Petrie
Starring: Whoopi Goldberg, Dianne Wiest, Eli Wallach, Tim Daly
High School High
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Hart Bochner
Starring: Jon Lovitz, Tia Carrere, Louise Fletcher, Mekhi Phifer
The Last Days of Frankie the Fly
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Peter Markle
Starring: Dennis Hopper, Daryl Hannah, Michael Madsen, Kiefer Sutherland
October 16, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 16, 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:
Two Fat Ladies
Release year: 1996
Starring: Clarissa Dickson Wright, Jennifer Paterson
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dark Skies
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Scott Stewart
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
October 16, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 16, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Executive Orders
By: Tom Clancy
The President is dead, and the weight of the world literally falls on Jack Ryan's shoulders in Tom Clancy’s latest novel. I don't know how to proceed.
The Dilbert Principle
By: Scott Adams
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.
Angela's Ashes
By: Frank McCourt
Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt's bestselling memoir about his childhood in Ireland, is a Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times Bestseller.
Desperation
By: Stephen King
Stephen King's #1 National Bestseller about a small mining town called Desperation that many will enter to find their way to another place. It's not as easy as it seems ..." I see holes like my eyes.
October 16, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 16, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Fin Fin on Teo, the Magic Planet
Ganbare Goemon: Uchū Kaizoku Akogingu
Arcade Classics
9: The Last Resort
3D Baseball
Who was the US President on October 16, 1996?
On October 16, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 16, 1996?
On October 16, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 16, 1996?
On October 16, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 16th?
October 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of October. 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 October 16th, such as:
- 2018 - Somali civil war (2009-present). the united states africa command, (africom), says that 60 al-shabaab militants were killed in an airstrike near harardhere, central somalia.
- 2017 - War in somalia: 14 oct 2017 mogadishu bombings - somalis march to protest the presence of al shabaab, who is believed to have been responsible for the recent bombing attack. (bbc).battle of kirkuk 2017: iraqi government forces have seized key infrastructures outside of the disputed city of kirkuk, which was held by kurdish fighters. (bbc) the government of iraq continues to push against kurdish forces, as concerns over oil supplies from iraq have pushed crude oil prices higher.
- 2016 - Turkey-isil conflict : three police officers are killed and at least nine others are injured in a suicide bomber attack on a safehouse belonging to isil.
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 October 1996?
October 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
