Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1821, D. H. Hill, American general and academic (died 1889) was born. In 1895, Oscar Hammerstein II, American director, producer, and songwriter (died 1960) was born. In 1935, Satoshi Ōmura, Japanese biochemist and academic, Nobel Prize laureate was born. In 1937, Bill Cosby, American actor, comedian, producer, and screenwriter was born. In 1941, Benny Parsons, American race car driver and sportscaster (died 2007) was born. In 1948, Richard Simmons, American fitness trainer and actor (died 2024) was born. In 1952, Philip Taylor Kramer, American bass player (died 1995) was born. In 1958, J. D. Hayworth, American politician and radio host was born. In 2003, Benny Carter, American trumpet player, saxophonist, and composer (born 1907) passed away. In 2013, Amar Bose, American businessman, founded the Bose Corporation (born 1929) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.