What Happened on April 29, 1992

Historical Events

  • American country singer Doug Stone, 35, undergoes quadruple bypass surgery

Rodney King Riots

Jury acquits Los Angeles Police Department officers on charges of excessive force in the beating of Rodney King; the decision sparks massive riots in the city

  • Sheena Easton collapses on stage while performing in "Man of LaMancha"

Music History

Voting ends on choice of Elvis Presley postage stamp [1]

  • William Finn and James Lapine's musical "Falsettos" opens at John Golden Theater NYC for 487 performances

Famous Deaths

  • Mae Clarke [Violet Mary Klotz], American actress (Frankenstein, Waterloo Bridge), dies at 81
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights

About April 29, 1992

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 32 years
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Jump - Kris Kross
  • UK #1 Song: Deeply Dippy - Right Said Fred