What Happened on December 16, 1991

Historical Events

  • Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
  • MLB expansion club Florida Marlins sign their 1st player, 16-year-old pitcher Clemente Nunez
  • UN reverses ruling that Zionism is racism by 111-25 (13 abstain) vote

Famous Weddings

David Robinson

NBA center David Robinson (26) weds Valerie Hoggatt at a Baptist church ceremony in San Antonio, Texas

Famous Deaths

  • Fred Scott, American actor and singing cowboy, known as "The Silvery-Voiced Buckaroo" (Melody of the Plains), dies at 89
Died in 1991 1991 Highlights

About December 16, 1991

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Black Or White - Michael Jackson
  • UK #1 Song: Bohemian Rhapsody/These Are The Days Of Our Lives - Queen