What Happened on April 17, 1995

Historical Events

Boston Marathon

99th Boston Marathon: Cosmas Ndeti of Kenya claims 3rd straight title in 2:09:22; Uta Pippig of Germany wins 2nd consecutive women's event in 2:25:11

Famous Birthdays

  • Phoebe Dynevor, English actress (Bridgerton), born in Trafford, England

Famous Deaths

  • Anton Murray, South African cricket all-rounder (10 Tests; 1 x 100; 18 wickets), dies at 72
  • Frank E. Resnik, American business executive (Philip Morris USA), dies at 66
  • Nancy Mayhew Youngman, English painter and educationalist, dies at 88
Died in 1995 1995 Highlights

About April 17, 1995

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 29 years and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries

Holidays: Easter Monday (Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan
  • UK #1 Song: Back For Good - Take That