Historical Events
- 140 people are killed in an air strike during a wake in Sanaa, Yemen
- New Zealand routs South Africa, 57-14 in Durban to win their 4th Rugby Championship; undefeated All Blacks score 9 tries to 1, 2 each to Israel Dagg, TJ Perenara and Beauden Barrett
Famous Weddings
- "Teen Mom OG" star Maci Bookout weds Taylor McKinney at the Honey Lake Resort in Greenville, Florida
Famous Deaths
- Don Ciccone, American singer-songwriter (The Critters - "Mr. Dieingly Sad"; The Hit Men), dies of a heart attack at 70
Died in 2016 2016 Highlights
About October 8, 2016
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 7 years, 6 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Closer - The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey
#1 Song: Say You Won't Let Go - James Arthur
