Bobby Fischer, the 11th World Chess Champion, died at the age of 64 from degenerative kidney failure at the Landspítali Hospital in Reykjavík, Iceland. This marked the end of a tumultuous life marked by incredible chess achievements, reclusiveness, and controversial views. His death sparked legal battles over his estate.

While being detained in Japan, Bobby Fischer legally married Miyoko Watai. This event occurred amidst Fischer's struggle to avoid deportation to the United States due to violating sanctions against Yugoslavia, marking a significant personal event during a turbulent period in his life.