Historical Events
- Four women ordained priests in Jamaica, 1st in 330-year Anglican history
Famous Deaths
- Krešimir Fribec, Croatian composer, dies at 88
- Rina Ketty [Cesarina Picchetto], Italian singer (J'attendrai), dies at 85
- Ronnie Scott [Schatt], British jazz saxophonist and club-owner, dies at 69
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About December 23, 1996
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 4 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Un-Break My Heart - Toni Braxton
- #1 Song: 2 Become 1 - Spice Girls