Friday February 16, 1996: on this day

February 16, 1996 was the 47th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Friday.

Is February 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 February 16, 1996, who was born and died on February 16, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Trainspotting, directed by Danny Boyle), TV series (e.g. Marisol) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 16, 1996?


February 16, 1996 was a Friday and it was the 47th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1996 can also be written as 2/16/1996 in the US and as 16/2/1996 in UK and Europe.

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February 16, 1996: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 16, 1996:

  • 1996 maryland train collision: a chicago-bound amtrak train, the capitol limited, collides with a marc commuter train bound for washington, d.c., killing 11 people.

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February 16, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Atlanta Hawks - Vancouver Grizzlies : 110 - 100
  • Boston Celtics - Sacramento Kings : 130 - 102
  • Chicago Bulls - Minnesota Timberwolves : 103 - 100
  • Dallas Mavericks - Los Angeles Lakers : 114 - 119
  • Denver Nuggets - Charlotte Hornets : 100 - 107

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Ein Frankfurt - Uerdingen : 1 - 0

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Boavista - Porto : 1 - 1

Futbol Ligi 1 - Football (Turkey)

  • Istanbulspor - Bursaspor : 1 - 1
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February 16, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 16, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 16, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 1996 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 16, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:41 am and setting at 04:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 04, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Mar 05, 1996.

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Who was born on February 16, 1996?


Famous people born on February 16, 1996:

  • Nana Komatsu
    Nana Komatsu

    Japanese actress and model.

  • Alex Aiono

    Pop singer.

  • Donte Macc

    Vine star.

  • Angela Moreno

    Instagram star.

  • Alard Basson
  • Cloves
  • Eleonora Goldoni
  • Bankole Adekuoroye
  • José Carlos Lazo
  • Roko Prša
  • Hanna Sola
  • Óscar Baldomar

Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:

  • The Weeknd
    The Weeknd

    The weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.

  • Elizabeth Olsen
    Elizabeth Olsen

    Elizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.

  • John McEnroe
    John McEnroe

    German-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Christopher Eccleston
    Christopher Eccleston

    Christopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Géraldine Nakache
    Géraldine Nakache

    French actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.

  • William Katt
    William Katt

    American actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.

  • Mahershala Ali
    Mahershala Ali

    American actor.

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

See more famous people and celebrities born on February 16th

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February 16, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 28 years 1 month old,

or 337 months and 13 days old,

or 1467 weeks

or 10269 days old,

if you were born on February 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 February 16, 1996?

There are 325 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1996?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 16, 1996.

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February 16, 1996: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 1996:

  • Brownie McGhee

    American blues guitarist, who dies at 81 years old (born 1915).

  • Pat Brown

    American lawyer and politician, 32nd governor of california (b. 1905).

  • Roger Bowen

    American actor and author (b. 1932).

  • Roberto Aizenberg

    Argentinian painter and sculptor (b. 1922).

  • Charles McCorquodale

    Art historian, died at 47.

  • Walter Brown "Brownie" McGhee

    Blues guitarist/singer, who dies at the age of 80.

  • Susan Bosence

    Textile designer, dies at age 82.

  • MacLean Stevenson

    Actor (m*a*s*h) dies at 66 from a heart attack.

  • Edmund G ''Pat'' Brown

    Governor of california (born in 1905).

  • Kenneth Robinson

    Politician/businessman, dies at age 84.

  • Stasys Janušauskas
  • Gérard Spitzer

What famous deaths happened on February 16th?

Famous deaths on February 16th:

  • Bruno Ganz
    Bruno Ganz

    Swiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.

  • Lila Kedrova
    Lila Kedrova

    Russian-born actress (born 1918).

  • Marceline Day
    Marceline Day

    American actress who appeared in silent films.

  • Vera Kholodnaya
    Vera Kholodnaya

    Russian film star (born 1893).

  • Elyse Knox
    Elyse Knox

    Hartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").

  • Len Lesser
    Len Lesser

    American actor (born in 1922).

  • Smiley Burnette
    Smiley Burnette

    Summum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).

  • Yun Dong-ju

    Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.

  • Markes Shaw

    Famous playwright and novelist.

  • Chien-Shiung Wu

    Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 16th

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February 16, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 16, 1996:

  • Remembrance of Lambertus
  • Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
  • Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)

Saints celebrated on February 16, 1996:

  • Saint Juliana
  • Saint Lucilla
  • Saint Jeremias
  • Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
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February 16, 1996: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 16, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 12th and February 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 16, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1996 was One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 16, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Sweet Day
  2. - Missing
  3. - Exhale (Shoop Shoop) youtube
  4. - Not Gon' Cry
  5. - Nobody Knows

February 16, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1996 was Spaceman by Babylon Zoo, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 16, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Spaceman
  2. - Anything
  3. - Slight Return
  4. - Lifted
  5. - I Wanna Be A Hippy

February 16, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1996 was Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale") by Mary J. Blige, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 16, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale")
  2. - Sittin' Up In My Room (From "Waiting To Exhale")
  3. - Before You Walk Out Of My Life/Like This And Like That
  4. - Soon As I Get Home
  5. - One Sweet Day

February 16, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 16, 1996 was Amor by Cristian, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

February 16, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 16, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 12th and February 18th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Amor
  2. - Un Millon De Rosas
  3. - Amaneci En Tus Brazos
  4. - Si Tu Te Vas
  5. - Como Te Extrano

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February 16, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 16, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Trainspotting

Trainspotting

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Danny Boyle

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee Miller, Kevin McKidd

Country: United States of America

Bottle Rocket

Bottle Rocket

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Wes Anderson

Starring: Luke Wilson, Owen Wilson, Ned Dowd, Shea Fowler

Country: United States of America

Before and After

Before and After

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Barbet Schroeder

Starring: Meryl Streep, Liam Neeson, Edward Furlong, Julia Weldon

Vite strozzate

Vite strozzate

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Ricky Tognazzi

Starring: Vincent Lindon, Sabrina Ferilli, Luca Zingaretti, Ricky Memphis

Country: Italy

Carnal Knowledge

Carnal Knowledge

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Mike Nichols

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Candice Bergen, Ann-Margret, Art Garfunkel

Country: United States of America

February 16, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 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:

Marisol

Marisol

Release year: 1996

Directed by: Eugene Martin

February 16, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 16, 1996 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Simple Path by Lucinda Vardey

A Simple Path

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Mother Teresa is well-known for her tireless work for the poor, sick and dying. She was also well-known around the world because of her unfailing support for the less fortunate. Her life was dedicated to providing hope to people in …

Five Days In Paris by Danielle Steel

Five Days In Paris

By:

Peter Haskell is the president of a large pharmaceutical company. He has everything: power, position, career, family and a job. For these, he has made great sacrifices.

Contagion by Robin Cook

Contagion

By:

In a story of the dangers of managed health care, ophthalmologist-turned-foresic pathologist John Stapleton investigates a series of virulent and lethal illnesses targeting more costly patients of a

Behind The Lines by W. E. B. Griffin

Behind The Lines

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Behind the Lines is W. E. B. Griffin’s compelling novel about World War II and the courage, patriotism and sacrifice of those who fought.

Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus by John Gra

Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus

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February 16, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 16, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bahamut Lagoon

Bahamut Lagoon

Platform: Super Famicom

Genre: Tactical role-playing

Publisher: Square

Cool Boarders

Cool Boarders

Platform: PlayStation

Genre: Snowboarding

Publisher: JP UEP Systems; NA SCEA; EU SCEE; JP Studio Zan (PSN)

Gender Wars

Gender Wars

Platform: DOS

Genre: Real time tactics, action

Publisher: GT Interactive Software Sales Curve

3D Baseball

3D Baseball

Platform: PlayStation, Sega Saturn

Genre: Sports

Publisher: JP BMG Japan; NA Crystal Dynamics (NA)

Fragile Allegiance

Fragile Allegiance

Platform: MS-DOS, Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows Me

Genre: 4X, Real-time strategy

Publisher: Gremlin Interactive Interplay

history

Who was the US President on February 16, 1996?

On February 16, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1996?

On February 16, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 16, 1996?

On February 16, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 16th?

February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of February. 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 February 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
  • 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),

Find out more about February 16th

history

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 February 1996?

February 1996 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

Discover how February 1996 calendar looked like.

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