Famous Deaths
- Buffalo Bob Smith [Robert Emil Schmidt], American TV host (Howdy Doody), dies of cancer at 80
- David Hunt, British diplomat winner of the BBC's Mastermind television quiz (1977), dies at 84
- Laila Schou Nilsen, Norwegian alpine skier (Olympic bronze combined; won non-medal downhill 1936) and speed skater (unofficial World C'ship gold 1935, 37, 38; 5 x WR), dies at 79
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights
About July 30, 1998
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Boy Is Mine - Brandy & Monica
#1 Song: Viva Forever - Spice Girls
