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August 22, 1996 was the 235th day of the year 1996, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 22, 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 22, 1996, who was born and died on August 22, 1996, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 1996, which were the most popular songs (ex. Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio), movies (e.g. Sling Blade, directed by Billy Bob Thornton), 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 22nd, 1996 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 1996?
- August 22, 1996: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 1996?
- August 22, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 1996?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1996?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 1996?
What day of the week was August 22, 1996?
August 22, 1996 was a Thursday and it was the 235th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 1996 can also be written as 8/22/1996 in the US and as 22/8/1996 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 1996: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 1996:
- Bill clinton signs welfare reform into law, representing major shift in us welfare policy
August 22, 1996: What were the main match results that day?
Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)
- Nijmegen - PSV Eindhoven : 1 - 4
August 22, 1996: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 1996 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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August 22, 1996: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 1996 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 22, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 02:19 pm and setting at 12:35 am.
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 22, 1996?
Famous people born on August 22, 1996:
- Mattheus Pereira
Brazilian soccer player who plays as a forward for Al-Shabab.
- Lavert Sims
Lavert Sims is an American football defensive back who played college football at Michigan State.
- Océane Sercien-Ugolin
Océane Sercien-Ugolin is a French professional handball player.
- Bradrick Shaw
Bradrick Shaw is an American football running back who played college football for the University of Wisconsin.
- Krishawn Hines
Krishawn Hines is an American football running back who played college football at Purdue University.
- Daeshon Brock
Daeshon Brock is an American football linebacker who played college football at Texas A&M University.
- Jessica-Jane Applegate
British paralympic swimmer.
- Jeon So-min
South korean singer-songwriter.
- Francisco Brown
The son of helena buarque (son from the chico) as well as carlinhos brown was a brazilian celebrity.
- Shannon Flynn
Soap opera actress.
- Alessia Maurelli
- Silas Melson
- Hannah Moore
- Clemens Nocker
- Gianluca Picchiottino
- Mateus Quaresma
- Aljaksandra Ramanoŭskaja
- Casey Toohill
- Jozef Urblík
- Ronaldo de Oliveira Strada
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
![Dua Lipa]()
Dua LipaDua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
![Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje]()
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
![James Corden]()
James CordenJames corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
![Kristen Wiig]()
Kristen WiigKristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
![Tori Amos]()
Tori AmosAmerican singer-songwriter.
![Rodrigo Santoro]()
Rodrigo SantoroRodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
![Richard Armitage]()
Richard ArmitageRichard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
![Ray Bradbury]()
Ray BradburyAmerican sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
![Honor Blackman]()
Honor BlackmanBritish actress.
![Leni Riefenstahl]()
Leni RiefenstahlLeni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 1996: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 27 years 7 months old,
or 331 months and 28 days old,
or 1443 weeks and 1 day old,
or 10102 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 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 22, 1996?
There are 125 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1996?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 22, 1996.
August 22, 1996: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 1996:
- Erwin Komenda
Austrian engineer and car designer (d. 1966).
- David Donaldson
Painter dies at age 80.
- Robert Lewis Campbell Lorimer
Publisher dies at 77.
- William James Millar Mackenzie
At 87, a political scientist dies.
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
![Colleen Dewhurst]()
Colleen DewhurstColleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
![Sebastian Cabot]()
Sebastian CabotActor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Yarrow
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 22nd
August 22, 1996: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 1996:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 1996:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 1996: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 1996 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 19th and August 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1996 was Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 1996: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Los Del Rio - Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)
- Donna Lewis - I Love You Always Forever
- LL Cool J - Loungin'
- Keith Sweat - Twisted
- Quad City DJ's - C'Mon N' Ride It (The Train)
August 22, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1996 was Wannabe by The Spice Girls, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 1996: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 22, 1996 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 19th and August 25th. 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 22, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1996 was Twisted by Keith Sweat, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 1996: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 1996 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Keith Sweat - Twisted
- R. Kelly - I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)
- Toni Braxton - You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow
- LL Cool J - Loungin
- 112 Featuring The Notorious B.I.G. - Only You
August 22, 1996: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 1996 was Que Pena Me Das by Marco Antonio Solis, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.
August 22, 1996: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 22, 1996 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 19th and August 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Marco Antonio Solis - Que Pena Me Das
- La Mafia - Mejores Que Ella
- Enrique Iglesias - No Llores Por Mi
- Cristian - No Puedo Arrancarte De Mi
- Los Tigres del Norte - El Reportero
August 22, 1996: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 1996 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Sling Blade
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Billy Bob Thornton
Starring: Billy Bob Thornton, Dwight Yoakam, J.T. Walsh, John Ritter
Country: United States of America
Sleepers
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Barry Levinson
Starring: Robert De Niro, Kevin Bacon, Brad Pitt, Jason Patric
Country: United States of America
Bound
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
Starring: Jennifer Tilly, Gina Gershon, Joe Pantoliano, John P. Ryan
Country: United States of America
Swingers
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Doug Liman
Starring: Vince Vaughn, Heather Graham, Jon Favreau, Ron Livingston
Country: United States of America
Pusher
Release year: 1996
Directed by: Nicolas Winding Refn
Starring: Kim Bodnia, Zlatko Buric, Laura Drasbæk, Slavko Labovic
August 22, 1996: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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
August 22, 1996: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 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, …
Servant of the Bones
By: Anne Rice
He is the author of many fantastic universes of vampires and witches. In a major novel, he takes us into the worlds of Jeremiah and Isaiah, and the destruction and rebirth of Solomon's Temple to tell the story about Azriel, …
The Last Don
By: Mario Puzo
The story of America's last great Mafia Family and its influence on Hollywood and Las Vegas is a masterful tale by the author of The Godfather The Last Don. Domenico Clericuzio is a wise, ruthless old man determined to establish …
Passage To Dawn
By: R. A. Salvatore
Revenge and Resurrection in a Frozen Wasteland! Catti-brie and Drizzt have been far from Mithral Hall for six years. But the loss of a loved one still weighs heavy on their hearts.
August 22, 1996: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 1996 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Burning Road
Diablo
Tetris Plus
Gekisou Sentai Carranger: Zenkai! Racer Senshi
Enemy Zero
Who was the US President on August 22, 1996?
On August 22, 1996 the US President was Bill Clinton (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 1996?
On August 22, 1996 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 1996?
On August 22, 1996 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
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.
