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August 04, 1996 was the 217th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.
Is August 04, 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 August 04, 1996, who was born and died on August 04, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 04, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio), movies (e.g. Basquiat, directed by Julian Schnabel), TV series (e.g. Safe And Sound) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 4th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 04, 1996?
- August 04, 1996: What happened on that day?
- August 04, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 04, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 04, 1996?
- August 04, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 04, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
- August 04, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 04, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
- August 04, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 04, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 04, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 04, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 04, 1996?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1996?
- Who was the Pope on August 04, 1996?
What day of the week was August 04, 1996?
August 04, 1996 was a Sunday and it was the 217th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 04, 1996 can also be written as 8/4/1996 in the US and as 4/8/1996 in UK and Europe.
August 04, 1996: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 04, 1996:
- 24th du maurier golf classic: laura davies
- 26th olympic games close at atlanta, georgia
- J bunning, e weaver, b foster, and n hanlon inducted in hall of fame
- The 1996 summer olympics conclude.
- Nasa announces that the allan hills 84001 meteorite, thought to originate from mars, may contain evidence of primitive life-forms.
- The australian census is conducted.
- The american punk rock band the ramones play their last show.
August 04, 1996: What were the main match results that day?
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Gutersloh - CZ Jena : 0 - 0
- Lubeck - Ein Frankfurt : 1 - 1
- Oldenburg - Meppen : 1 - 1
August 04, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 4th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 04, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 04, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
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August 04, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 04, 1996 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 04, 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 August 04, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 10:44 pm and setting at 01:01 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 30, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Aug 28, 1996.
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Who was born on August 04, 1996?
Famous people born on August 04, 1996:
- Aerionna Franklin
Olympic gold medalist in sprinting events.
- Draycen Van Dyke
American actor known for his roles in various TV shows and movies.
- Kylan Butler
Kylan Butler is a talented basketball player known for his skills on the court.
- Moses Mawa
- Pablo Acha Gonzalez
- Mohamed Ofkir
- Andoni Gorosabel
- Adrian Grbić
Whose famous birthday is on August 4th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 4th:
![Barack Obama]()
Barack ObamaAmerican president elected in 2008.
![Meghan Markle]()
Meghan MarkleMeghan markle is a former american actress who became the duchess of sussex after marrying prince harry in 2018.
![Dylan Sprouse]()
Dylan SprouseDylan sprouse is an american actor known for his role as zack martin on the disney channel series the suite life of zack & cody.
![Cole Sprouse]()
Cole SprouseCole sprouse is an american actor known for his role as jughead jones on the tv show riverdale.
![Billy Bob Thornton]()
Billy Bob ThorntonBilly bob thornton is an american actor, filmmaker, and musician known for his roles in films such as sling blade and monster's ball.
![Dolores del Rio]()
Dolores del RioDolores del rio was a mexican actress known for her beauty and talent, and for being one of the first latin american actresses to achieve...
![Louis Armstrong]()
Louis ArmstrongAmerican jazz trumpeter.
![Daniel Dae Kim]()
Daniel Dae KimDaniel dae kim is an american actor known for his roles in tv series such as lost and hawaii five-0.
![Marques Houston]()
Marques HoustonMarques houston is an american actor and r&b singer, best known for his role as roger evans in the television show sister, sister and for...
![Kishore Kumar]()
Kishore KumarIndian singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director (b. 1929).
August 04, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 27 years 8 months old,
or 332 months and 15 days old,
or 1445 weeks and 5 days old,
or 10120 days old,
if you were born on August 04, 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 August 04, 1996?
There are 107 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 4th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 04, 1996?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 04, 1996.
August 04, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 04, 1996:
- Briena Svedberg
Known for her work in physical chemistry and the development of the Svedberg equation.
- Geoff Hamilton
English gardener, author, and television host (b. 1936).
- Mario Simoni
- Kiyoshi Atsumi
- André Trochut
- Willard Brown
- Aldo Cucinelli
What famous deaths happened on August 4th?
Famous deaths on August 4th:
![Pearl White]()
Pearl WhitePearl white was an american silent film actress best known for her work in serial films, particularly in 'the perils of pauline'.
![Victor Mature]()
Victor MatureAmerican actor.
![Melvyn Douglas]()
Melvyn DouglasMelvyn Douglas was a talented actor known for his roles in film and television.
![Mary Miles Minter]()
Mary Miles MinterSilent screen star dies of heart failure at the age of 82.
- Hanz Christian Andersen
Famous Danish author best known for his fairy tales like The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling.
- Elysian Kistler
Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies and dark matter.
- Zee Zeev Jabotinsky
Prominent Zionist leader and founder of the Revisionist Zionist movement.
- Frimy D'Orsay
French painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
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August 04, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 04, 1996:
- Ancient Egypt - Jubilation of the Heart of Re
- El Salvador - Transfiguration Bank Holiday
- Cook Islands - Constitution Day (celebrations begin on the last Friday in July and last up to 2 weeks.)
- Burkina Faso - Anniversary of the Revolution
- St. Luanus/Lugid
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of priests
- St. Dominic
August 04, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 04, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 29th and August 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 04, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 04, 1996 was Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.
August 04, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 04, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Los Del Rio - Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)
- Toni Braxton - You're Makin' Me High
- 2 Pac - How Do U Want It
- Tracy Chapman - Give Me One Reason
- R. Kelly - I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)
August 04, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 04, 1996 was Wannabe by The Spice Girls, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.
August 04, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 04, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Spice Girls - Wannabe
- Los Del Rio - Macarena
- Fugees - Killing Me Softly
- Robbie Williams - Freedom
- Peter Andre featuring Bubbler Ranx - Mysterious Girl
August 04, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 04, 1996 was I Can't Sleep Baby (If I) by R. Kelly, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.
August 04, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 04, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- R. Kelly - I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)
- Toni Braxton - You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow
- Keith Sweat - Twisted
- 2Pac Featuring K-Ci And JoJo - How Do U Want It/California Love
- OutKast - Elevators (Me & You)
August 04, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 04, 1996 was Que Pena Me Das by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.
August 04, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 04, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marco Antonio Solis - Que Pena Me Das
- Los Tigres del Norte - El Reportero
- Olga Tanon - Me Subes, Me Bajas, Me Subes
- Luis Miguel - Suena
- Intocable - No Te Vayas
August 04, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 04, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Basquiat
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Julian Schnabel
Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Michael Wincott, Benicio Del Toro, Claire Forlani
Brilliant Lies
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Richard Franklin
Starring: Gia Carides, Anthony LaPaglia, Zoe Carides, Ray Barrett
Jack
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
Starring: Robin Williams, Diane Lane, Brian Kerwin, Jennifer Lopez
Body of Influence 2
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Brian J. Smith
Starring: Jodie Fisher, Daniel Anderson, Jonathan Goldstein, Pat Brennan
The Stupids
Release year: 1996
Directed by: John Landis
Starring: Tom Arnold, Jessica Lundy, Bug Hall, Alex McKenna
August 04, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 04, 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:
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
Mensch, Pia!
Release year: 1996
Arli$$
Release year: 1996
Country: United States of America
August 04, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 04, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
How Stella Got Her Groove Back
By: Terry McMillan
Stella Payne, forty-two years old, is divorced, an investment analyst of high power, and a mother to Quincy, eleven years old. She does it all, and she's not able to do it. This includes Little League carpool duties, portfolio analysis, …
Undaunted Courage
By: Stephen E. Ambrose
The definitive guide to Lewis and Clark's expedition to the Louisiana Purchase by the best-selling author of Band of Brothers and D-Day.
A Time to Kill
By: John Grisham
Two young, drunken, and remorseless men take the life of a ten year-old girl apart.
Emotional Intelligence
By: Daniel Goleman
We all know that IQ alone is not a guarantee of success, happiness or virtue. However, until Emotional Intelligence was developed, we couldn't be certain why.
August 04, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 04, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Avalon Hill's Advanced Civilization
Batman Forever: The Arcade Game
Cool Boarders
Drowned God: Conspiracy of the Ages
Air Attack
Who was the US President on August 04, 1996?
On August 04, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 1996?
On August 04, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 04, 1996?
On August 04, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 4th?
August 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th day of the month of August. 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 August 4th, such as:
- 2018 - Drone explosions in caracas: venezuela's president nicolas maduro survived an assassination attempt using drones while he was speaking at a military event held in caracas. eight people are hurt.
- 2017 - Danish royal consorts: denmark’s prince henrik has announced that he will not be buried alongside queen margrethe ii at roskilde cathedral, where danish royals are buried since 1559. henrik, a french-born 83-year old, is unhappy with his inequal status as prince consort. according to a spokeswoman for the royal house, margrethe, 77, accepted henrik's decision. margrethe had a specially-designed sarcophagus that was made for them.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: at most 40 government airstrikes hit rebel-held areas in aleppo city, and nearby towns. at least two people were killed by the strikes, which included one on an atareb camp for displaced persons, south-west aleppo. (the national) jan egeland, a un special envoy to syria says there were 44 attacks against hospitals, clinics, and health posts in syria during july alone.
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 August 1996?
August 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
