Wednesday, 29th March 1989 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 50 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings cloudy with temperatures between 7°C and 14°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing crescent phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Aries. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Wednesday, 29th March in London, GB.
London has served as Britain's capital and primary cultural centre for nearly two millennia, establishing itself as one of Europe's most historically significant urban centres. The city continues to maintain its prominence as a global financial and diplomatic hub. On this day in London, the weather was cloudy, with the moon in its waxing crescent phase and the zodiac sign of Aries in the ascendant.
Two pivotal moments in British constitutional history occurred on this date in different years. In 2017, British Prime Minister Theresa May invoked Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union, formally beginning the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union. Eight years earlier, in 2014, the first same-sex marriages in England and Wales took place following the passage of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013, marking a significant shift in British social legislation.
Yuri Gagarin, the Soviet cosmonaut who became the first human in space, died on this date in 1968. His funeral began in Moscow with tens of thousands of people attending to pay their respects to the pioneering aviator. The loss of Gagarin represented a profound moment in the history of space exploration and international relations during the Cold War era.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 29th March 1989
Gardens thrive on variety, not abundance alone.
Fortune of the Day
29th March in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on March 29 combine typical Aries drive with Jupiterian wisdom and breadth. They're enterprising, direct, and inspirational—driven to push boundaries and explore new horizons. Their impulsiveness is tempered by philosophical curiosity and an appetite for deeper understanding.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their strengths include courage, optimism, and expansive vision that motivates others. However, impatience and overconfidence can lead to hasty decisions. They must balance bold action with thoughtful reflection to avoid unnecessary mistakes.
Love March 29 natives love intensely and passionately while craving intellectual depth. They seek partners who share their adventurous spirit and respect their need for freedom. Loyalty and desire for new experiences coexist in their hearts.
Caree & Finance These individuals thrive in roles requiring leadership and innovation. They succeed as entrepreneurs, teachers, or diplomats. Financially, they embrace ambitious goals—yet must guard against overconfidence in speculative ventures.
Health Their fiery nature demands regular physical activity and mental stimulation. Burnout prevention requires scheduled rest. Mindfulness practices help balance their impulsive tendencies and cultivate inner stability amid constant motion.
That night, the moon was in its waxing crescent phase.
Chinese year of the Snake (Earth).
Fun Facts About 29th March
Name Days in Your Language: Berthold, Fletcher, Pearl, Pearle, Pearlie, Pearline, Perla
Someone born on this day in 1989 would be 37 years old today — just 13,519 days into life, which is roughly 324,465 hours, 19,467,902 minutes, or 1,168,074,165 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 88. day of the year.
There are 277 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 13 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 29th March
- Irene, South Korean idol, actress and television host (1991)
- N'Golo Kanté, French footballer (1991)
- Lyle Taylor, English footballer (1990)
- James Tomkins, English footballer (1989)
- Sylvan Ebanks-Blake, English footballer (1986)
- Lucas Elliot Eberl, American actor and director (1986)
Lives Remembered on 29th March
- Paul Henreid, American actor (born 1908) (1992)
- Guy Bourdin, French photographer (born 1928) (1991)
- Maurice Blackburn, Canadian composer and conductor (born 1914) (1988)
- Ted Kluszewski, American baseball player and coach (born 1924) (1988)
- Luther Terry, American physician and academic, 9th Surgeon General of the United States (born 1911) (1985)
- Janet Watson, British geologist (born 1923) (1985)
- Walter Hallstein, German academic and politician, 1st President of the European Commission (born 1901) (1982)
- Frederick George Mann, British organic chemist (born 1897) (1982)
- Carl Orff, German composer and educator (born 1895) (1982)
- Nathan Farragut Twining, American general (born 1897) (1982)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 29th March
- Christian feast day: Armogastes
- Christian feast day: Berthold of Calabria
- Christian feast day: Gwynllyw
- Christian feast day: Jonas and Barachisius
- Christian feast day: Ludolph of Ratzeburg
- Christian feast day: March 29 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Boganda Day (Central African Republic)
- Commemoration of the 1947 Rebellion (Madagascar)
- National Vietnam War Veterans Day (United States)
- Day of the Young Combatant (Chile)
- Youth Day (Taiwan)
What Happened on 29th March?
- The ship Ever Given was dislodged from the Suez Canal. (2021)
- Prime Minister Theresa May invokes Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union, formally beginning the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union. (2017)
- A United States Air Force F-16 crashes during takeoff from Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. (2016)
- Air Canada Flight 624 skids off the runway at Halifax Stanfield International Airport, after arriving from Toronto shortly past midnight. All 133 passengers and five crews on board survive, with 23 treated for minor injuries. (2015)
- The first same-sex marriages in England and Wales are performed. (2014)
- At least 36 people are killed when a 16-floor building collapses in the commercial capital Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. (2013)
- Two suicide bombers hit the Moscow Metro system at the peak of the morning rush hour, killing 40. (2010)
- Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia join NATO as full members. (2004)
- The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat certifies Taipei 101 as the world's tallest building, based on the building having been topped out on 1 July 2003, even though the building was not completed until 31 December 2004. (2004)
- In reaction to the Passover massacre two days prior, Israel launches Operation Defensive Shield against Palestinian militants, its largest military operation in the West Bank since the 1967 Six-Day War. (2002)