Historical Events
- 116th Boston Marathon: Kenyan double; Wesley Korir wins men's section in 2:12:40; Sharon Cherop first woman in 2:31:50
- At least 55 people are killed in the Syrian uprising despite UN presence to oversee ceasefire
- For the first time since 1977 no Pulitzer Prize is awarded for fiction
Famous Deaths
- Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller, Danish shipping Magnate, dies at 98
Died in 2012 2012 Highlights
About April 16, 2012
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 12 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: We Are Young - fun. Featuring Janelle Monae
- #1 Song: Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepsen