What Happened on March 29, 1996

Historical Events

  • 10th Soul Train Music Awards: Patti Labelle, Boyz II Men win
  • Cleveland Browns choose new name for their relocated team - Baltimore Ravens
  • NY Yankees beats NY Mets 7-3 in an exhibition game

Famous Birthdays

  • Juanpa Zurita, Mexican social media personality (Vine, YouTube), actor and model, born in Mexico City

Famous Deaths

  • Maggie Donnelly, bag lady, dies at 46
  • William I. Martin, American pilot (early testing of all-weather and night flying techniques WWII) and vice-admiral, dies at 85 [1]
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights

About March 29, 1996

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 28 years and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Because You Loved Me (From "Up Close & Personal") - Celine Dion
  • UK #1 Song: Firestarter - The Prodigy