Historical Events
- NASA loses contact with Mars Observer
Famous Birthdays
- Mike Evans, American NFL player (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), born in Galveston, Texas
- Millie Bright, English football player (Chelsea, captain for England), born in Chesterfield, England
Famous Weddings
- British-American lyricist Bernie Taupin (43) weds Strephanie Haymes; divorce in 1998
Famous Deaths
- Tatiana Troyanos, American mezzo-soprano (Octavian-Der Rosenleavalier), dies of cancer at 54
Died in 1993 1993 Highlights
About August 21, 1993
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver") - UB40
#1 Song: Living On My Own - Freddie Mercury
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