What happened on Sunday September 29, 1996?

About September 29th, 1996, in brief:

  • Historical events: Nintendo releases the Nintendo 64 video game system and the groundbreaking Super Mario 64 game in North America, priced at US$199.95. This launch marked a significant moment in video game console history, introducing revolutionary 3D gaming experiences.
  • Day of the week: September 29th, 1996 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • #1 US song: Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio
  • #1 UK song: Ready Or Not by Fugees
  • Popular movie: The Hate U Give directed by George Tillman Jr.

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September 29, 1996: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 29, 1996:

  • Nintendo 64 Launches in North America Nintendo releases the Nintendo 64 video game system and the groundbreaking Super Mario 64 game in North America, priced at US$199.95. This launch marked a significant moment in video game console history, introducing revolutionary 3D gaming experiences.
  • Alanis Morissette Concludes First US Tour Alternative rock singer Alanis Morissette completes her inaugural United States tour, ending with a performance in Houston, Texas, marking a significant milestone in her early career.
  • USA Dominates Tennis Federation Cup In the 34th Tennis Federation Cup, the United States national tennis team decisively defeated Spain with a commanding 5-0 victory in Atlantic City, showcasing American tennis prowess.
  • Baltimore Orioles Set Home Run Record The Baltimore Orioles conclude their season with a remarkable achievement of 257 home runs, setting a new team record and demonstrating exceptional offensive performance.
  • Death of Leslie Crowther, British TV Personality Leslie Crowther, a prominent British television comedian and beloved game show host, passed away. Known for his engaging personality and entertainment contributions, Crowther was a significant figure in British television during the mid-20th century.
  • Trish Johnson Wins LPGA Golf Tournament Professional golfer Trish Johnson secures victory at the LPGA Fieldcrest Cannon Golf Classic, highlighting her skill and competitive prowess in women's professional golf.
  • Broadway Play Closes The play 'Delicate Balance' concludes its run at the Plymouth Theater in New York City, marking the end of its theatrical performance.

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September 29, 1996: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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September 29, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

  • Atlanta Falcons - San Francisco 49ers : 17 - 39
  • Carolina Panthers - Jacksonville Jaguars : 14 - 24
  • Denver Broncos - Cincinnati Bengals : 14 - 10
  • Detroit Lions - Tampa Bay Buccaneers : 27 - 0
  • Green Bay Packers - Seattle Seahawks : 31 - 10

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Atalanta - Inter : 1 - 1
  • Juventus - Fiorentina : 1 - 0
  • Lazio - Parma : 2 - 1
  • Milan - Perugia : 3 - 0
  • Piacenza - Vicenza : 1 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Club Brugge - Germinal : 2 - 0
  • Gent - Cercle Brugge : 2 - 1
  • Harelbeke - Anderlecht : 0 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dortmund - St Pauli : 2 - 1
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What day of the week was September 29, 1996?


September 29, 1996 was a Sunday and it was the 273rd day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 29, 1996 can also be written as 9/29/1996 in the US and as 29/9/1996 in UK and Europe.

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September 29, 1996: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 29, 1996:

  • Shusaku Endo

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September 29, 1996: Number 1 song on that day

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

September 29, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 29, 1996 was Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio, according to the music chart for the week September 23rd and September 29th.

  1. - Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) youtube
  2. - I Love You Always Forever youtube
  3. - It's All Coming Back To Me Now youtube
  4. - Twisted youtube
  5. - C'Mon N' Ride It (The Train) youtube

September 29, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 29, 1996 was Ready Or Not by Fugees, according to the music chart for the week September 23rd and September 29th.

  1. - Ready Or Not youtube
  2. - Wannabe youtube
  3. - Flava youtube
  4. - I've Got A Little Puppy youtube
  5. - Virtual Insanity youtube

September 29, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 29, 1996 was If Your Girl Only Knew by Aaliyah, according to the music chart for the week September 23rd and September 29th.

  1. - If Your Girl Only Knew
  2. - Last Night (From "The Nutty Professor")
  3. - Twisted youtube
  4. - Only You
  5. - Your Secret Love
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September 29, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 29th is Libra.

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September 29, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 29, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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September 29, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 29, 1996 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 29, 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 September 29, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 08:26 pm and setting at 10:34 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 27, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Oct 26, 1996.

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How old is someone born on September 29, 1996?


Someone born on September 29, 1996 is:

28 years 7 months old,

or 343 months and 14 days old,

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