Famous Birthdays
- Kurt Thomas, American gymnast (first American male to win gold medal at World Championships, floor 1978; floor, horizontal bars 1979), and actor (Gymkata), born in Miami, Florida (d. 2020)
- Patty Donahue, American new wave rock singer (The Waitresses - "I Know What Boys Like"; "Christmas Wrapping), born in Akron, Ohio (d. 1996)
Famous Deaths
- Infante Alfonso of Spain, younger brother of King Juan Carlos, dies from an accidental gunshot at 14
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About March 29, 1956
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock And Roll Waltz - Kay Starr
