Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 937, Rudolph II of Burgundy (born 880) passed away. In 1882, James Larkin White, American miner, explorer, and park ranger (died 1946) was born. In 1899, E. B. White, American essayist and journalist (died 1985) was born. In 1934, Clark R. Rasmussen, American politician (died 2024) was born. In 1943, Tom Holland, American actor, director, and screenwriter was born. In 1977, Martin Luther King Jr., assassinated in 1968, is awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In 1984, Jacoby Jones, American football player (died 2024) was born. In 1999, Helen Forrest, American singer (born 1917) passed away. In 2006, Barnard Hughes, American actor (born 1915) passed away. In 2021, Charlie Robinson, American actor (born 1945) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Famous birthdays for July 9: Tom Hanks, Jack White
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Related coverage for "Famous birthdays for July 9: Tom Hanks, Jack White": UPI — Famous birthdays for July 2: Lindsay Lohan, Richard Petty. CNN — Revolutionary War reenactors dispel common myths. The Independent — Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 28-July 4 includes Missy Elliott and Margot Robbie. Birmingham’s Real Talk — Jay-Z, Travis Scott and Cardi B Join Star-Heavy White Party in the Hamptons