What Happened on July 22, 1992

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar escapes prison

  • Soyuz TM-15 launches

Famous Birthdays

Selena Gomez (31 years old)

American actress (Wizards of Waverly Place; Hotel Transylvania), and singer ("Wolves"; "Lose You To Love Me"), born in Grand Prairie, Texas

Famous Deaths

  • David Wojuarowicz, American artist (U2 single "One" sleeve), dies of AIDS at 37
  • Souleiman Franjieh, president Lebanon (1970-76), dies
  • Wayne McLaren, American stuntman, rodeo performer, model and actor best known for playing the Marlboro Man, dies of lung cancer at 51
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights

About July 22, 1992

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Baby Got Back - Sir Mix-A-Lot
  • UK #1 Song: Ain't No Doubt - Jimmy Nail