What Happened on October 3, 1998

Historical Events

Farm Aid Concert

Farm Aid 11 held in Tinley Park, Illinois; performers include Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Phish, Steve Earle, Wilco, and Del McCoury Band [1]

Famous Birthdays

  • Angel Yin, American golfer (US Women's Open 2019 runner-up), born in Los Angeles, California

Famous Weddings

  • American "The Today Show" co-host Matt Lauer (41) weds second wife, Dutch-born model Annette Roque (33) at Presbyterian Church in Bridgehampton, New York; divorce in 2019

Famous Deaths

  • Roddy McDowall, British actor (Planet of Apes, Cleopatra, Lord Love a Duck), dies at 70
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights

About October 3, 1998

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 6 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The First Night - Monica
  • UK #1 Song: Rollercoaster - B*Witched