On This Day: March 10, 1998 – A Look Back at History
March 10, 1998, was a day filled with notable moments across music, pop culture, and world events.
Let’s take a trip down memory lane and see what made headlines on this day.
Top Song on the Charts
In the U.S., “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion was dominating the Billboard Hot 100. The song, from the Titanic soundtrack, was an emotional powerhouse and became one of the best-selling singles of all time.
In the World of Entertainment
- The Big Lebowski was still fresh in theaters after its release just a few days earlier on March 6. Though it wasn’t a huge box office hit at the time, the film later became a cult classic.
- Will Smith’s Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It was a radio favorite, showing off the actor-turned-rapper’s smooth flow and feel-good energy.
Sports Highlights
- The Chicago Bulls, led by Michael Jordan, were in the middle of their legendary final season with him. They would go on to win their sixth NBA championship just months later.
Tech & Pop Culture
- Apple was working on its first iMac, which would later be released in August 1998 and change the landscape of personal computing.
- DVDs were gaining popularity, slowly replacing VHS tapes as the go-to format for home entertainment.
Major News Headlines
- President Bill Clinton was dealing with increasing scrutiny amid the Monica Lewinsky scandal, which dominated U.S. political news.
- The global economy was dealing with the aftermath of the 1997 Asian financial crisis, impacting markets worldwide.
