What Happened on April 16, 1992

Historical Events

  • "Metro" opens at Minskoff Theater NYC for 13 performances
  • 1st concrete is poured at new ballpark at Gateway (Jacobs Field)
  • Afghan president Najibullah resigns
  • NY Rangers win team record 50th game
  • The Katina P runs aground off of Maputo, Mozambique. 60,000 tons of crude oil spill into the ocean.
1992 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Prince Sébastien of Luxembourg, Prince of Luxembourg, born in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Born in 1992

Famous Deaths

  • Andy Russell, American drummer and vocalist (Your Hit Parade), dies of stroke at 72
  • Frank Killmond, dies at 58
  • Neville Brand, American soldier and actor (DOA, Love Me Tender), dies of emphysema at 71
1992 Highlights

About April 16, 1992

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 11 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Save The Best For Last - Vanessa Williams
  • UK #1 Song: Deeply Dippy - Right Said Fred