Home DFS SB OD SDN

Notice: How To Tip The Webmaster.


You are at the section The 90's Datebook

The 90's Datebook for August 2

Related Events on This Date

In 1990, In the first act of the Persian Gulf War, Iraqʹs powerful army troops and tanks led by Saddam Hussein invaded and seized control of oil-rich neighboring Kuwait in the first act of the Persian Gulf War before dawn, seizing control of the oil-rich emirate. President Bush condemned the incursion as an act of “naked aggression” and responded by sending troops to Saudi Arabia to begin Operation Desert Shield. The Iraqis were later driven out in Operation Desert Storm beginning the following January 16.

In 1990, Iraq invaded Kuwait. The Emir fled to Saudi Arabia; the United Nations Security Council unanimously condemned the Iraqi occupation and demanded Baghdad withdraw. (The Iraqis were driven out in Operation Desert Storm.). This event led to a flood of Operation Desert Storm novelty songs to be sent and heard on the Doctor Demento Show on the radio.

In 1990, “People Are People” album by Depeche Mode was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1991, Deidre Hall returned to Days of our Lives as Dr. Marlena Evans Brady after a four year absence. Hall appeared on The Arsenio Hall Show to promote her return. No relation.

In 1991, “Midnight Caller”, TV General Drama; last aired on NBC.

In 1993, On Loving: Debbie Morgan reprised her All My Children role of Angie Hubbard.

In 1993, “Iʹm Gonna Be (500 Miles)” single by The Proclaimers was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1994, Wayne Nothrop made his final appearance as Roman Brady on Days of our Lives. Northrop returned to the show in 2005 playing a new character, Alex North.

In 1995, On “Days Of Our Lives,” mystery woman “Gina,” a woman identical to the “dead” Hope Williams Brady, has at long last opened a puzzle box containing a letter that Hope wrote to husband Bo on their wedding day. “Gina” suddenly remembers writing it, and Bo finally accepts that “Gina” is Hope, the woman he saw die five years earlier, who fell into a giant vat of green acid.

In 1995, “Sister Sister”, TV Comedy, moved to WB.

In 1996, The movie “Independence Day” opened in movie theaters in the United Kingdom.

In 1996, The movie “Jack” starring Robin Williams opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1996, The movie “The Crow II” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1996, The star-studded United States menʹs basketball team, Dream Team III, beat Yugoslavia 95-69 to win the gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics.

In 1996, “Precious Memories” album by Andy Griffith was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1997, On the cover of TV Guide: “Buffy The Vampire Slayer OR Nascarʹs Jeff Gordon”. Other Articles: Jeff Gordon, Garth, Bill Bellamy

In 1997, “Frasier” star Kelsey Grammer has tied the knot for the third time, this time, to model Camille Donatacci at a private ceremony in Malibu.

In 1998, Puppeteer Shari Lewis died of uterine cancer in Los Angeles. She was 65. Her best known puppets were Lamb Chop and Charlie Horse.

In 1999, On One Life to Live, Jessica remembered that Dorian was the hit and run driver who ran her down, causing her to miscarry.

In 1999, “Running With Scissors” album by “Weird Al” Yankovic was certified Gold in the U.S.A. by the RIAA

In 1991, "Body Parts" was released by Paramount Pictures; Eric Red (director/screenplay); Norman Snider (screenplay); Jeff Fahey, Kim Delaney, Brad Dourif, Zakes Mokae, Lindsay Duncan, Paul Ben-Victor, Peter Murnik, John Walsh, Nathaniel Moreau, Peter MacNeill, Arlene Duncan, Lindsay G. Merrithew, Andy Humphrey, Sarah Campbell, James Kidnie; Horror, Thriller; Live Action

In 1991, "Doc Hollywood" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Michael Caton-Jones (director); Jeffrey Price, Peter S. Seaman, Daniel Pyne (screenplay); Michael J. Fox, Julie Warner, Woody Harrelson, Bridget Fonda, Barnard Hughes, David Ogden Stiers, Frances Sternhagen, Roberts Blossom, Eyde Byrde, Mel Winkler, George Hamilton; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 1991, "Rover Dangerfield" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; James L. George, Bob Seeley (director); Rodney Dangerfield (screenplay); Rodney Dangerfield, Ronnie Schell, Susan Boyd, Shawn Southwick, Sal Landi, Ned Luke, Bert Kramer, Robert Pine, Dana Hill, Eddie Barth, Dennis Blair, Don Stewart, Gregg Berger, Paxton Whitehead, Chris Collins, Bernard Erhard, Danny Mann, Robert Bergen, Tress MacNeille, Louise Chamis, Bill Farmer, Barbara Goodson, Patricia Parris, Ron Taylor, Lara Cody, Owen Bush, Mary Kay Bergman, Mel Blanc, Burton Sharp, Ross Taylor, Tom Williams, Ralph Monaco, Michael Sheehan, Kenneth White; Comedy, Musical; Animation

In 1991, "Return to the Blue Lagoon" was released by Columbia Pictures; William A. Graham (director); Leslie Stevens (screenplay); Milla Jovovich, Brian Krause, Lisa Pelikan, Garette Ratliff Henson, Brian Blain, Peter Hehir, Wayne Pygram, John Dicks; Adventure, Romance; Live Action

In 1996, "Chain Reaction" was released by 20th Century Fox; Andrew Davis (director); J. F. Lawton, Michael Bortman (screenplay); Keanu Reeves, Morgan Freeman, Rachel Weisz, Fred Ward, Kevin Dunn, Brian Cox, Joanna Cassidy, Nicholas Rudall, Tzi Ma, Krzysztof Pieczyński, Eddie Bo Smith Jr., Danny Goldring, Michael Shannon, Neil Flynn; Action, Thriller; Live Action

In 1996, "Emma" was released by Miramax Films; Douglas McGrath (director/screenplay); Gwyneth Paltrow, Toni Collette, Alan Cumming, Ewan McGregor, Jeremy Northam, Greta Scacchi, Juliet Stevenson, Polly Walker, Sophie Thompson, James Cosmo, Denys Hawthorne, Phyllida Law, Kathleen Byron, Karen Westwood, Edward Woodall, Brian Capron, Angela Down, John Franklyn-Robbins, Ruth Jones; Period, Comedy; Live Action

In 1996, "Matilda" was released by TriStar Pictures / Jersey Films; Danny DeVito (director); Nicholas Kazan, Robin Swicord (screenplay); Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz, Pam Ferris, Paul Reubens, Tracey Walter, Brian Levinson, Jean Speegle Howard, R.D. Robb, Goliath Gregory, Kiami Davael, Leor Livneh Hackel, Jacqueline Steiger, Jimmy Karz, Michael Valentine, Liam Kearns, Mark Watson, Kira Spencer Hesser, Marion Dugan, Rachel Snow, Christel Khalil, Sabrina Bryan, Jon Lovitz; Comedy, Fantasy, Family; Live Action

In 1996, "Phat Beach" was released by LIVE Entertainment / Orion Pictures; Doug Ellin (director); Ben Morris, Brian E. O'Neal, Cleveland O'Neal III, Doug Ellin (screenplay); Jermaine Hopkins, Brian Hooks, Gregg Vance, Claudia Kaleem, Coolio, Eric Fleeks, Alma Collins, Candice Merideth, Jennifer Lucienne, Sabrina De Pina, Tommy "Tiny" Lister Jr.; Comedy; Live Action

U.S. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Can We?” by SWV Featuring Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Do You Know (What It Takes)” by Robyn peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Gotham City” by R. Kelly peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Rhythm Of Love” by DJ Company peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, ✪ “Men In Black” by Will Smith peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Look Into My Eyes” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Drinking In L.A.” by Bran Vam 3000 peaked at number 35 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I Wanna Be There” by Blessed Union Of Souls peaked at number 19 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “To The Moon And Back” by Savage Garden peaked at number 15 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Ain't Gonna Cry Again” by Peter Cox peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Alma Matters” by Morrissey peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Baby Come To Me” by Alexander O'Neal Featuring Cherrelle peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Bitch” by Meredith Brooks peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “California Dreamin'” by The Mamas And The Papas peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Dirt” by Death In Vegas peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Electric Guitars” by Prefab Sprout peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Everybody (Backstreet's Back)” by Backstreet Boys peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Last Night On Earth” by U2 peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Let The Beat Hit 'Em” by Shena peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Magic Carpet Ride” by The Mighty Dub Katz peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Moment Of My Life” by Bobby D'Ambrosio peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Mr. Fixit” by Rootjoose peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Mulu” by Pussycat peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Picture Of You” by Boyzone peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Rock Me Good” by Universal peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Say Nothin'” by Omar peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “So Little Time” by Arkarna peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Sun” by John Lydon peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “The Magic Piper (Of Love)” by Edwyn Collins peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Tokyo Stealth Fighter” by Dave Angel peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Yer Old” by Reef peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” by Puff Daddy Featuring Ma$e peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Coma” by Pendulum [1990s] peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Forever Lately” by Vertigo [AU] peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy And Faith Evans Featuring 112 peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Last Night On Earth” by U2 peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, “The Perfect Drug” by Nine Inch Nails peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “5 Miles To Empty” by Brownstone peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Head Over Heels” by Allure Featuring NAS peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Just Another Day” by Moizna peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Moan And Groan” by Mark Morrison peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Risingson” by Massive Attack peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Always On My Mind” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Nice And Nasty” by Close II You peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1997, “You Might Need Somebody” by Shola Ama peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Dancehall Queen” by Beenie Man Featuring Chevelle Franklyn peaked at number 38 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Sweatbead” by Fireside peaked at number 42 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Time Is Tickin' Away” by C-Block peaked at number 40 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Time To Say Goodbye (Con te partirò)” by Sarah Brightman And Andrea Bocelli peaked at number 31 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “We Trying To Stay Alive” by Wyclef Jean Featuring Refugee Allstars peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Samba de Janeiro” by Bellini peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Schau wie's schneit” by Erste Allgemeine Verunsicherung peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Verrückte Jungs” by Blümchen peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “History / Ghosts” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 26 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Tout” by Lara Fabian peaked at number 4 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, ✪ “Men In Black” by Will Smith peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I Wanna Be The Only One” by Eternal Featuring Bebe Winans peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Vamos a la discoteca!” by Paradisio peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Bamboleo” by Garcia peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “D'You Know What I Mean?” by Oasis peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Don't Leave Me” by BLACKstreet peaked at number 27 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Engel” by Rammstein peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Samba de Janeiro” by Bellini peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “When The Boys Come Into Town” by The Kelly Family peaked at number 32 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “You're Not Alone” by Olive peaked at number 16 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Finland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Last Night On Earth” by U2 peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Menu:
The 90's Datebook Main Page January February March April May June July August August 1 August 2 August 3 August 4 August 5 August 6 August 7 August 8 August 9 August 10 August 11 August 12 August 13 August 14 August 15 August 16 August 17 August 18 August 19 August 20 August 21 August 22 August 23 August 24 August 25 August 26 August 27 August 28 August 29 August 30 August 31 September October November December
Related:
TLB Pop Memories Blog The Big Datebook Unusual Video Daily Pop Singles Chart Debuts Chart Peaks Daily The 80's Datebook The 90's Datebook The 70's Datebook
Market Zone:
Dave's Fun Stuff
TV Zone:
Find your favorite TV shows with "Let's Watch TV!"
Notable:
Dave's Fun Stuff SDN Media News and More
Footer:
Dave's Fun Stuff Super Birthdays Contact Webmaster



© 1995-2024. davesfunstuff.com. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website without expressed written consent is prohibited.

Help Support Our Ad-Free Web Section

Just use our PayPal link to pay.

Please Donate Cash to help pay for webhosting, domain payments, expenses and labor in keeping this section going. Thank you.

$2, $5, $10, $20, $50, $75, $100, $ANY

Notice Of Disclosure (updated June 2023):

"David Tanny is the owner and operator of the domains davesfunstuff.com and davidtanny.com"

Website Cookie Policy