On This Day: August 26

August 26th, 2024 by Liz Kosik

by Liz Kosik ’25

1. 1978: Frank Sinatra performs in Brazil before an audience of 175,000, the largest crowd he ever performed for.

2. 1987: Sonny Bono announces his run for mayor of Palm Springs, California.

3. 2003: Rolling Stones‘ “Forty Licks” tour becomes the second highest-grossing tour of all time, earning over $300 million.

4. 1967: Jimi Hendrix’s single “Purple Haze” is released in the U.S., marking a significant moment in his career.

5. 1995: Seal’s hit single “Kiss from a Rose” reaches No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, boosting the song’s popularity after its inclusion in the film Batman Forever.