Sunday December 29, 1996: on this day

December 29, 1996 was the 364th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is December 29, 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 29, 1996, who was born and died on December 29, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton), movies (e.g. Retroactive, directed by Louis Morneau), TV series (e.g. Out Of Sight) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 29, 1996?


December 29, 1996 was a Sunday and it was the 364th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 1996 can also be written as 12/29/1996 in the US and as 29/12/1996 in UK and Europe.

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December 29, 1996: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 29, 1996:

  • Dreams & nightmares closes at martin beck theater, new york city
  • Skylight closes at royale theater nyc after
  • Taking sides closes at atkinson theater, new york city
  • In the indian state of assam, a passenger train is bombed by bodo separatists, killing 26.
  • Proposed budget cuts by benjamin netanyahu spark protests from 250,000 workers, who shut down services across israel.
  • The atchison, topeka and santa fe railway is merged with the burlington northern railroad to form the bnsf 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.
  • The general motors ev1, the first production electric car of the modern era is launched and becomes available for lease.
  • The invasive species asian long-horned beetle is found in new york.

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

NBA - American Basketball

  • Miami Heat - Milwaukee Bucks : 95 - 94
  • New Jersey Nets - Indiana Pacers : 110 - 102
  • Philadelphia 76ers - Los Angeles Lakers : 102 - 115
  • San Antonio Spurs - Portland Trail Blazers : 86 - 110

NFL - American Football

  • Indianapolis Colts - Pittsburgh Steelers : 14 - 42
  • Philadelphia Eagles - San Francisco 49ers : 0 - 14

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Southampton - Liverpool : 0 - 1
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December 29, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th 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 29, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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


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The moon phase on December 29, 1996 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 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 December 29, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 09:24 pm and setting at 10:29 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 29, 1996?


Famous people born on December 29, 1996:

  • Dylan Minnette
    Dylan Minnette

    American actor, musician and singer.

  • Khyli Ross

    Professional soccer player known for her skills.

  • Sana Minatozaki

    Japanese singer.

  • TCTNGaming

    Youtube star.

  • Sana (singer)
  • Óscar Estupiñán
  • Roberto Gallinat
  • Diego García
  • Jonathan Torres
  • Anna Rupprecht
  • Deishuan Booker
  • Jules Burnotte
  • Arthur Cissé
  • Carlos Miguel Coronel
  • Minatozaki Sana

Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:

  • Patricia Clarkson
    Patricia Clarkson

    Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Green Mile and Pieces of April.

  • Jude Law
    Jude Law

    Renowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.

  • Jon Voight
    Jon Voight

    American actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...

  • Ted Danson
    Ted Danson

    American actor.

  • Diego Luna
    Diego Luna

    Mexican actor, director and producer.

  • Alison Brie
    Alison Brie

    Alison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.

  • Ross Lynch
    Ross Lynch

    American actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.

  • Jane Levy
    Jane Levy

    Tv actress.

  • Leonor Varela
    Leonor Varela

    Model and actress from chile, both american and chilean.

  • Mekhi Phifer
    Mekhi Phifer

    American actor.

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December 29, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 27 years 3 months old,

or 327 months

or 1421 weeks and 5 days old,

or 9952 days old,

if you were born on December 29, 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 29, 1996?

There are 275 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 1996?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 29, 1996.

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


Famous people died on December 29, 1996:

  • Robert Morris

    American artist, sculptor, and painter of minimalist design.

  • Leonel Viera

    Uruguayan painter known for his abstract art.

  • Peggy Herbison

    Scottish politician (b. 1907).

  • Mireille Hartuch

    French singer-songwriter and actress (d. 1996).

  • Pennar Davies

    Welsh clergyman and author (b. 1911).

  • Oswald Szemerenyi

    Philologist dies at 83.

  • William Thomas Pennar Davies

    At 85, poet/theologian dies.

  • Daniel Raphaeautl Mayer

    Journalist/resistance leader, dies at age 86.

  • Alma Birk

    At 77, journalist/politician dies.

  • Peggy (Margaret McCrorie) Herbison

    Politician dies at 89.

  • Willaim Brown

    At 67, a british television executive dies.

  • Len Rader
  • Mireille
  • Daniel Mayer

What famous deaths happened on December 29th?

Famous deaths on December 29th:

  • Peggy Cummins
    Peggy Cummins

    Irish actress (b. 1925).

  • Lita Grey
    Lita Grey

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Vivienne Segal
    Vivienne Segal

    At 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.

  • Alekai Laiho

    Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.

  • Reginna Maria Rilke

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.

  • Bridge Baron

    Renowned American bridge player.

  • Joseff Cornell

    Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.

  • Christina Rossetti

    The sister of d.g.

  • Syvilla

    Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 29th

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December 29, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 29, 1996:

  • The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
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December 29, 1996: Number 1 song on that day

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


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

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 1996 was Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 29, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 29, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  2. - I Believe I Can Fly
  3. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  4. - No Diggity
  5. - Nobody

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

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 1996 was I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam") by R. Kelly, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 29, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 29, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")
  2. - Un-Break My Heart youtube
  3. - Nobody
  4. - Don't Let Go (Love)
  5. - Pony

December 29, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 29, 1996 was Trapecista by Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 29, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 29, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Trapecista
  2. - Asi Como Te Conoci
  3. - No Pude Enamorarme Mas
  4. - Palomita Blanca
  5. - El Principe

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December 29, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 29, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Retroactive

Retroactive

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Louis Morneau

Starring: Jim Belushi, Kylie Travis, Shannon Whirry, Frank Whaley

Dinosaur Valley Girls

Dinosaur Valley Girls

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Donald F. Glut

Starring: Jeff Rector, William Marshall, Griffin Drew, Harrison Ray

I'm Not Rappaport

I'm Not Rappaport

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Herb Gardner

Starring: Walter Matthau, Ossie Davis, Amy Irving, Craig T. Nelson

Little Witches

Little Witches

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Jane Simpson

Starring: Mimi Rose, Sheeri Rappaport, Jennifer Rubin, Jack Nance

Scream

Scream

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Wes Craven

Starring: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Skeet Ulrich

Country: United States of America

December 29, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 29, 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:

Out of Sight

Out of Sight

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Staying Alive

Staying Alive

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Sylvester Stallone

Two Fat Ladies

Two Fat Ladies

Release year: 1996

Starring: Clarissa Dickson Wright, Jennifer Paterson

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

L.A. Heat

L.A. Heat

Release year: 1996

Country: United States of America

December 29, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 29, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Everyone Is Entitled To My Opinion by David Brinkley

Everyone Is Entitled To My Opinion

By:

Take it easy - David Brinkley Large Print Editions are published in a 16-point font * All Random House Large-Print Editions are printed in a 16 point typeface. No matter how serious we take our politics.

Beware, the Snowman by R.L. Stine

Beware, the Snowman

By:

They're baa-ack! You're about to see the best children's series ever! GOOSEBUMPS has a new look and is sure to scare a new generation of children.

The Deep End of the Ocean by Jacquelyn Mitchard

The Deep End of the Ocean

By:

Los Angeles Times: "Masterful...A big tale about human connection, emotional survival"

I'M Not Really Here by Tim Allen

I'M Not Really Here

By:

Popular comedian and actor, the popular actor shares his observations about why things are the same. He also shares his bizarre opinions on the meaning of life as well as his personal role.

The Laws of Our Fathers by Scott Turow

The Laws of Our Fathers

By:

A random drive-by shooting kills a woman in Kindle County. This woman is the ex-wife a prominent senator, and an old friend of Judge Sonia Klonsky on whose desk this case was filed.

December 29, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 29, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game

Platform: Arcade, Sega Saturn, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: JP Acclaim Japan

Afterlife

Afterlife

Platform: Windows, MS-DOS, Macintosh

Genre: God game

Publisher: LucasArts

Corpse Party

Corpse Party

Platform: NEC PC-9801; Microsoft Windows; PlayStation Portable; PlayStation Vita; iOS; Nintendo 3DS

Publisher: Kenix Soft (1996); Team GrisGris (2008); 5pb. (2010–present); Marvelous USA (2011–present); GrindHouse (2013–present)

A-10 Cuba!

A-10 Cuba!

Platform: Windows, Mac

Genre: Flight simulator

Publisher: Activision

AD&D Masterpiece Collection

AD&D Masterpiece Collection

Platform: Windows

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: SSI

history

Who was the US President on December 29, 1996?

On December 29, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 1996?

On December 29, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 29, 1996?

On December 29, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about December 29th?

December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th 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 29th, such as:

  • 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
  • 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
  • 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".

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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.

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Sunday December 29, 1996