Historical Events
Music History
Revival of William Inge's stage drama "Bus Stop", starring Billy Crudup and Mary-Louise Parker, opens at the Circle in the Square Theater, NYC; runs for 29 performances
- STS 75 (Columbia 19), launches into orbit
Famous Divorces
Halle Berry & David Justice
Actress Halle Berry files for divorce from David Justice
Famous Deaths
- Helmut Schoen, Germany football coach (manager of West Germany (1964-1978, 1974 World Cup), dies at 80
- Niall MacDermott, lawyer/politician, dies at 79
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About February 22, 1996
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 2 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: One Sweet Day - Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
#1 Song: Spaceman - Babylon Zoo
