Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 1998

1997 1999

What Happened This Year 1998

All Events 121 Births 241 Deaths 362

People Who Died in 1998

Carl Wilson

American singer-songwriter and guitarist

Born

December 21st, 1946 78 years ago

Died

1998 27 years ago — 52 years old

Instruments played included guitar and vocals. Co-founded the Beach Boys, a group that significantly influenced the rock music genre. Contributed to numerous albums, including 'Pet Sounds' and 'Surf's Up.' Worked as a producer and collaborated with various artists throughout a career spanning several decades. Faced health challenges yet continued to perform until the end of life.

Shirley Ardell Mason

Psychiatric patient and author

Born

January 25th, 1923 102 years ago

Died

1998 27 years ago — 75 years old

A psychiatric patient underwent treatment for dissociative identity disorder and authored a book that detailed the experience. The book, 'Sybil', published in 1973, outlined the development of multiple personalities as a coping mechanism for childhood trauma. The case drew significant attention to the condition and contributed to discussions regarding mental health and treatment methods. The story was later adapted into a film and a television miniseries, further increasing public awareness of psychological issues.