What Happened on August 15, 1996

Famous Deaths

  • Masao Maruyama, Japanese social scientist, dies at 82
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights

About August 15, 1996

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo

Holidays: Independence Day (India)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) - Los Del Rio
  • UK #1 Song: Wannabe - Spice Girls