On This Day
Discover events that happened On This Day including famous birthdays and notable deaths. Each day we highlight famous people, past and present, who have impacted our world. Browse sections by selecting the links below or click the calendar to view events on another day.
Events on This Day
Inventor Thomas Edison publicly reveals his Kinetoscope, a camera that records motion.
Activist Margaret Sanger's lifelong work is realized when the FDA announces the approval of the first oral contraceptive.
The House Judiciary Committee begins impeachment proceedings against President Richard Nixon for his involvement in the Watergate cover-up.
Benjamin Franklin's Pennsylvania Gazette prints the first American political cartoon.
"Ain't Misbehavin'," featuring the music of Fats Waller, opens on Broadway. The revue goes on to win three Tonys, including Best Musical.
After a 12-year hiatus, piano virtuoso Vladimir Horowitz performs at Carnegie Hall and receives a 30-minute standing ovation.
Born on This Day
Born: May 9, 1949
Age: 64 years old
Birthplace: The Bronx, New York, United States
Occupation: Songwriter, Singer
1918 | 93 years old
Radio Personality, News Anchor, ...
1860 | 77 years old
Born: May 9, 1946
Age: 67 years old
Birthplace: Beverly Hills, California, United States
Occupation: Film Actress, Television Actress, ...
Film Actor, Theater Actor / 1936 -
Albert Finney is an Oscar-nominated English actor known for playing Audrey Hepburn's love interest in Two for the Road and the title role in the musical version of A Christmas Carol, among several other roles.
1936 | 77 years old
Film Actor, Theater Actor
1920 | 84 years old
Died on This Day
Civil Rights Activist, Actress, Dancer, Pin-up, Singer / 1917 - 2010
Actress and singer Lena Horne was one of the most popular performers of her time, known for films such as The Wiz and her trademark song, "Stormy Weather."
Died: May 9, 2010
Age: 92 years old
Place: New York, New York , United States
Occupation: Civil Rights Activist, Actress, ...
Film Actor, Television Actor, Comedian, Television Personality, Writer / 1927 - 2004
Alan King was a Jewish-American stand-up comedian who honed his skills in vaudeville, and went on to perform a number of memorable film and television roles.
2004 | 76 years old
Film Actor, Television Actor, ...
1968 | 84 years old
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