Celebrity Birthdays Today
Tom Petty
Born October 20, 1950 (would be 73 today)
American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer
Viggo Mortensen
Born October 20, 1958 (65 today)
American actor, author, musician, photographer, poet, and painter
Snoop Dogg
Born October 20, 1971 (52 today)
American rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, and entrepreneur
John Krasinski
Born October 20, 1979 (44 today)
American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter
Interesting Facts About Today
On this day in 1973, the Sydney Opera House was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II after 14 years of construction.
October 20 is World Statistics Day, celebrated every five years to highlight the importance of statistics in our daily lives.
In 1818 on this day, the United States and Great Britain established the 49th parallel as the border between Canada and the United States.
The first edition of "The New York Times" was published on this day in 1851.
On October 20, 1968, Jacqueline Kennedy married Aristotle Onassis on the Greek island of Skorpios.
This Day in History
General Douglas MacArthur returned to the Philippines, fulfilling his promise "I shall return" made in 1942.
Publication of "The Return of the King", the third and final volume of J. R. R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings".
The Cuban Missile Crisis began as President Kennedy announced that American spy planes had discovered Soviet missile bases in Cuba.
The "Saturday Night Massacre": President Nixon fired special prosecutor Archibald Cox and accepted the resignations of Attorney General Elliot Richardson and Deputy Attorney General William Ruckelshaus.
Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi was captured and killed by rebel forces in his hometown of Sirte.
Today's Zodiac Sign
Libras are known for their charm, beauty, and well-balanced personalities. They enjoy putting things in order and making them look nice. They are also known for their ability to see all sides of a situation, making them great at conflict resolution.
Birthday Quote of the Day
Gift Ideas for Libras
- Elegant home décor or art pieces
- Books on philosophy or psychology
- Luxury bath products or spa gift cards
- Stylish accessories or jewelry
- Gourmet food baskets or wine