What Happened on March 16, 1976

Historical Events

Harold Wilson Resigns

British Prime Minister Harold Wilson announces his resignation

Famous Birthdays

  • Abraham Núñez, Dominican baseball player
  • Blu Cantrell [Tiffany Cobb], American singer-songwriter (Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!), Breathe), born in Providence, Rhode Island
  • Nick Spano, American actor
  • Paul Schneider, American actor

About March 16, 1976

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night) - The 4 Seasons
  • UK #1 Song: I Love To Love (But My Baby Loves To Dance) - Tina Charles