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Celebrity Birthdays for November 29 — Anna Faris and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Anna Faris
Age: 36
Occupation: Actress
Known For: Roles in films such as the 'Scary Movie' franchise, 'The Hot Chick,' 'Lost in Translation,' 'The House Bunny' and 'What's Your Number?'
This Day in History for November 29 — State of Israel Formed, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1929: American explorer Richard Byrd and three companions become the first to fly over the South Pole (more info)
1947: Despite strong Arab opposition, the United Nations votes for the partition of Palestine and the creation of the independent Jewish state of Israel (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 28 — Jon Stewart and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Jon Stewart
Age: 50
Occupation: Comedian, Talk Show Host and Maker of Awesome
Known For: Hosting Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show,' his razor-sharp satirical skills, winning 16 Emmys, and being public enemy number one of cable-news talking heads the world over
This Day in History for November 28 — Magellan Reaches Pacific Ocean, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1520: Ferdinand Magellan reaches the Pacific Ocean with three ships, becoming the first European to sail from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific (more info)
1895: Frank Duryea wins the first motor-car race in the United States (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 27 — Caroline Kennedy and More
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Caroline Kennedy
Age: 55
Occupation: Author and Attorney
Known For: Being the only surviving child of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, writing two books on civil liberties, and co-founding the Profiles in Courage Award
This Day in History for November 27 — First Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1095: Pope Urban II declares the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont (more info)
1895: At the Swedish-Norwegian Club in Paris, Alfred Nobel signs his last will and testament, setting aside his estate to establish the Nobel Prize after he dies (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 21 — Goldie Hawn and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Goldie Hawn
Age: 68
Occupation: Actress
Known For: Her roles on TV's 'Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In' and in films such as 'Private Benjamin,' 'Overboard' and 'The First Wives Club'; winning a 1969 Oscar for her work in 'Cactus Flower'; being the mother of actress Kate Hudson; and her longtime relationship with actor Kurt Russell
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This Day in History for November 21 — We Found Out Who Shot J.R., and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1920: In Dublin, 31 people are killed in what became known as "Bloody Sunday" (more info)
1922: Rebecca Latimer Felton of Georgia takes the oath of office, becoming the first female United States senator (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 20 — Joe Biden and More
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Joe Biden
Age: 70
Occupation: Politician
Known For: Being a United States senator (D.-Del.) from 1973 until he was elected as U.S. vice president with Barack Obama in 2008 and again in 2012, and his penchant for always saying exactly what's on his mind with often hilarious results
This Day in History for November 20 — Nuremberg Trials Begin, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1945: Trials against 24 Nazi war criminals start at the Palace of Justice in Nuremberg, Germany (more info)
1947: Princess—now Queen—Elizabeth marries Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey in London (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 19 — Jodie Foster and More
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This Day in History for November 19 — Reagan Meets Gorbachev, and More
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This Day in History for November 16 — Federal Reserve Bank Opens, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1907: Indian Territory and Oklahoma Territory collectively enter the United States as Oklahoma, the 46th state (more info)
1914: The Federal Reserve Bank of the United States officially opens (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 15 — Beverly D’Angelo and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Beverly D'Angelo
Age: 61
Occupation: Actress
Known For: Roles in 'Every Which Way But Loose,' 'Hair' and 'Coal Miner's Daughter,' and her scene-stealing work with Chevy Chase in the 'Vacation' franchise
This Day in History for November 15 — Cornerstone of Jefferson Memorial Laid, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1777: After 16 months of debate, the Continental Congress approves the Articles of Confederation (more info)
1867: The first stock ticker is unveiled in New York City (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 14 — Condoleezza Rice and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Condoleezza Rice
Age: 58
Occupation: Politician, Diplomat and More
Known For: Serving as the 66th United States Secretary of State, being the first female African-American to hold the office, and her current position as a faculty member of the Stanford Graduate School of Business and a director of its Global Center for Business and th
Celebrity Birthdays for November 13 — Whoopi Goldberg and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Whoopi Goldberg
Age: 57
Occupation: Actress, Comedian and Talk Show Host
Known For: Films such as 'The Color Purple,' 'Ghost,' 'Sister Act,' being one of only a few entertainers who have won an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy and Tony, and acting as moderator of the daytime talk show 'The View'
This Day in History for November 13 — Vietnam Memorial Dedicated, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1841: James Braid first sees a demonstration of animal magnetism, which leads to his study of the subject he eventually calls hypnotism (more info)
1927: The Holland Tunnel opens to traffic as the first Hudson River car tunnel linking New Jersey to New York City (more info)
Celebrity Birthdays for November 12 — Neil Young and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Neil Young
Age: 67
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician
Known For: Co-founding the band Buffalo Springfield, which was known for songs such as 'For What It's Worth,' later joining the legendary Crosby, Stills & Nash on top-20 singles like 'Woodstock' and 'Teach Your Children,' the solo recordings 'Cinnamon Girl' and 'Heart
Celebrity Birthdays for November 9 — Lou Ferrigno and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Lou Ferrigno
Age: 62
Occupation: Actor and Bodybuilder
Known For: Winning a Mr. America title and two consecutive Mr. Universe titles, portraying the title role in the CBS television series 'The Incredible Hulk,' and currently serving as a celebrity personal trainer