What Happened on August 7, 1992

Historical Events

  • San Francisco Giants announce sale of MLB franchise to group of Tampa Bay investors; move blocked by other investors
  • Taking advantage of 6 months training on home town Terrassa pitch, Spain wins their first hockey gold medal beating Germany 2-1 in the women's final at the Barcelona Olympics

Sports History

The Orlando Magic signs NBA No. 1 draft pick Shaquille O'Neal

Famous Deaths

  • John Anderson, American actor (Psycho, Ride the High Country, Legend of Wyatt Earp), dies of a heart attack at 69
  • Titti Sotto, Cuban singer and composer (La Esquina Habanera), dies of respiratory and liver failure at 48
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights

About August 7, 1992

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 8 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: This Used To Be My Playground - Madonna
  • UK #1 Song: Rhythm Is A Dancer - Snap