August 29 in History

• 1952

  August 29, 1952:

  "The Miracle of Our Lady of Fatima", a movie based on a historical event, is premiered in New York.

• 1964

  August 29, 1964:

  Celebrated American musician, Roy Orbison issues his single dubbed "(Oh) Pretty Woman". It was written by the singer alongside Bill Dees.

• 1966

  August 29, 1966:

  British rock collective, The Beatles ends their U.S. tour with a concert at San Francisco’s Candlestick Park. The show would become their final paid concert.

• August 29, 1966:

  American rock ensemble, The Youngbloods begins the recording of their single titled "Get Together".

• 1980

  August 29, 1980:

  British music group, UB40 drop their debut album entitled “Signing Off”. It would peak at #2 on the highly-rated UK albums chart.

• 1986

  August 29, 1986:

  The Jim Goddard-directed movie titled “Shanghai Surprise”, which stars American singer Madonna, is released.

• 1994

  August 29, 1994:

  English music collective, Oasis issue their first album titled “Definitely Maybe” through Creation Records.

• 2004

  August 29, 2004:

  After finishing 2nd at the Belgian Grand Prix, German F1 driver Michael Schumacher wins his 5th consecutive World Drivers’ Championship.

• August 29, 2004:

  At the renowned MTV Video Music Awards, Outkast’s "Hey Ya!" is adjudged the “Video of the Year”.

• 2009

  August 29, 2009:

  A new world record is set after over 13,590 people living in Mexico City performs Michael Jackson's Thriller dance to mark the 51st birthday of the singer.