What Happened on February 18, 1996

Historical Events

Daytona 500

38th Daytona 500: Dale Jarrett wins his 2nd Great American race ahead of Dale Earnhardt and Ken Schrader

Cricket World Cup

First ODI for Kenya national cricket team in Cricket World Cup v India: Sachin Tendulkar scores 127*


Famous Deaths

  • Brian Daley, writer, dies at 48
  • Jack Thieuloy, French writer, dies at 64
  • Nicholas Beriozoff, Lithuanian-British dancer, choreographer and ballet master, dies at 89
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights

About February 18, 1996

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 2 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: One Sweet Day - Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
  • UK #1 Song: Spaceman - Babylon Zoo