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December 31, 1996 was the 366th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is December 31, 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 31, 1996, who was born and died on December 31, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Sono pazzo di Iris Blond, directed by Carlo Verdone), TV series books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was December 31, 1996?
- December 31, 1996: What happened on that day?
- December 31, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- December 31, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on December 31, 1996?
- December 31, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- December 31, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
- December 31, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- December 31, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
- December 31, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- December 31, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- December 31, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on December 31, 1996?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1996?
- Who was the Pope on December 31, 1996?
What day of the week was December 31, 1996?
December 31, 1996 was a Tuesday and it was the 366th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.
December 31, 1996 can also be written as 12/31/1996 in the US and as 31/12/1996 in UK and Europe.
December 31, 1996: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on December 31, 1996:
- The atchison, topeka and santa fe railway is merged with the burlington northern railroad to form the burlington northern santa fe railway, making it one of the largest railroad mergers in u.s. history.
- The hacienda in las vegas is imploded to make way for the mandalay bay.
December 31, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st 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 31, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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December 31, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on December 31, 1996 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 31, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 10:20 pm and setting at 11:28 am.
The previous full moon was on Dec 24, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Jan 23, 1997.
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Who was born on December 31, 1996?
Famous people born on December 31, 1996:
- Denvil Bailey
Talented sprinter who has broken multiple records in track and field.
- J. J. Arcega-Whiteside
Spanish-american football player.
- Khoudia Diop
Actress.
- Jessica Klimkait
- Felix Leitner
- Raniele
- Aleksandr Bol'šunov
- Jimmy Suárez
- Nicolas Szerszeń
- Tobias Schröck
- Carlton Davis
- Moustapha Diaw
Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:
![Anthony Hopkins]()
Anthony HopkinsWelch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.
![Tim Matheson]()
Tim MathesonAmerican actor, tv and film star.
![Val Kilmer]()
Val KilmerAmerican actor, writer and musician.
![John Denver]()
John DenverAmerican folk singer, recording artist and club performer.
![Ben Kingsley]()
Ben KingsleyAn english actor.
![Sarah Miles]()
Sarah MilesBritish actress, first recognized in u.s.
![Joey McIntyre]()
Joey McIntyreAmerican musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".
![Bebe Neuwirth]()
Bebe NeuwirthAmerican singer, actress, and dancer.
![Joe Dallesandro]()
Joe DallesandroAmerican actor, model, and 'warhol star.
![Barbara Carrera]()
Barbara CarreraNicaraguan model and actress.
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December 31, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 27 years 3 months old,
or 327 months and 20 days old,
or 1424 weeks and 4 days old,
or 9972 days old,
if you were born on December 31, 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 31, 1996?
There are 255 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1996?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 31, 1996.
December 31, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on December 31, 1996:
![Wesley Addy]()
Wesley AddyOmaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).
- Mirtie Bass
Mirtie Bass was a professional golfer known for her achievements in the sport.
- Lucylle Sayre
Lucylle Sayre was a pioneering American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of topology.
- Michael Roberts
South african-english jockey.
- 61 law
This year, us felons kill enforcement officers.
- David Sinclair
Actor (love and hate), died at 62.
- Ann Susan Hills
Freelance journalist dies at 55.
- Phillip Edmund Clinton Manson-Bahr
At 85, a tropical mediciner dies.
- Frederico Davia
Opera singer, dies at age 63.
What famous deaths happened on December 31st?
Famous deaths on December 31st:
![Betty White]()
Betty WhiteAmerican actress.
![James Avery]()
James AveryJames avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.
![Wayne Rogers]()
Wayne RogersWayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.
![Woody Strode]()
Woody StrodeFormer professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.
![Billie Dove]()
Billie DoveAmerican actress (born in 1903).
![Edward Herrmann]()
Edward HerrmannAmerican actor (d. 2014).
![William Christopher]()
William ChristopherAmerican actor and singer (d. 2016).
![Kader Khan]()
Kader KhanIndian actor (b. 1937).
- Aleksi Kivi
Finnish playwright regarded as the national author of Finland.
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December 31, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on December 31, 1996:
- New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
December 31, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on December 31, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 30th and January 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
December 31, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1996 was One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.
December 31, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on December 31, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 30th and January 5th. 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
December 31, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1996 was Earth Song by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.
December 31, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on December 31, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 30th and January 5th. 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
December 31, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1996 was Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale") by Whitney Houston, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.
December 31, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on December 31, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 30th and January 5th. 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
December 31, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on December 31, 1996 was Mas Alla by Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.
December 31, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on December 31, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 30th and January 5th. 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
December 31, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on December 31, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Sono pazzo di Iris Blond
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Carlo Verdone
Starring: Claudia Gerini, Carlo Verdone, Nello Mascia, Nuccia Fumo, Andréa Ferréol, Mino Reitano, Anna Calato
Country: Italy
Kolya
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Jan Sverak
Starring: Andrej Chalimon, Zdenk Svrák
Country: Italy
La freccia azzurra
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Enzo d'Alò
Starring: Enzo d'Alò
Country: Italy
Il ciclone
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Leonardo Pieraccioni
Starring: Leonardo Pieraccioni, Leonardo Pieraccioni, Lorena Forteza, Tosca D'Aquino, Massimo Ceccherini, Paolo Hendel, Natalia Estrada, Alessandro Haber, Mario Monicelli, Barbara Enrichi, Benedetta Mazzini, Gianni Ferreri
Country: Italy
Io ballo da sola
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci
Starring: Stefania Sandrelli, Joseph Fiennes, Rachel Weisz, Jeremy Irons, Liv Tyler, Francesco Siciliano, Joan Cusack, Roberto Zibetti, Carlo Cecchi, Jason Flemyng, Ignazio Oliva, Jean Marais
Country: Italy
December 31, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on December 31, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Chicken Soup for the Soul
By: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen
This book contains 101 inspiring stories. Contributors share their angel experiences, including miracles and prayers answered.
Morning, Noon, And Night
By: Sidney Sheldon
Harry Stanford, the world's richest man, mysteriously dies while cruising along Corsica's rugged coast on his yacht. A beautiful young woman, who is heir to a portion of the estate and Stanford's funeral in Boston, immediately follows.
Charles Kuralt'S America
By: Charles Kuralt
Former CBS-TV Newsman and author of A Life on the Road, the former CBS-TV journalist revisits his favorite places and people in the best seasons. This cheerful account is called
Rose Madder
By: Stephen King
This #1 bestseller is about a woman who escapes from an abusive marriage. It's "one of Stephen King’s most gripping horror novels." Relentlessly paced and brilliantly orchestrated...fueled
December 31, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on December 31, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Arena: Maze of Death
Chaos Seed
Dungeons & Dragons Shadow over Mystara
Captain Quazar
3D Tetris
Who was the US President on December 31, 1996?
On December 31, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 1996?
On December 31, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on December 31, 1996?
On December 31, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about December 31st?
December 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st 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 31st, such as:
- 2018 - Two people are killed and 34 injured in a bomb blast at a busy shopping center in cotabato in the philippines.
- 2017 - A large number fireworks accidentally went off in a barge during a terrigal new year's day celebration, nsw, australia. this caused thousands of people to be evacuated from terrigal by police. the two barges were also damaged.
- 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): december 2016 baghdad bombings: two bomb blasts in baghdad killed at least 27 and injured more than 50 people in the attack on a central baghdad market. (ap),
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.
