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.
July 23
Events on This Day
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1903
110 years agoInventor Henry Ford and his Ford Motor Company sell the very first Model A car to a dentist in Chicago.
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1984
29 years agoVanessa Williams gives up the Miss America crown after nude photos of her appear in Penthouse; she goes on to have a highly successful music and acting career.
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1986
27 years agoQueen Elizabeth's second son, Prince Andrew, weds commoner Sarah Ferguson at Westminster Abbey. The union is watched by more than 500 million TV viewers.
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2008
5 years agoIn London, Madame Tussaud's wax museum debuts its newest attraction: a replica of singer Amy Winehouse. Three years later on the same date, Winehouse is found dead.
July 23
Born on This Day
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Daniel Radcliffe
- In these groups:
- Sober Celebs
- Cast of Harry Potter Movies
- Famous Leos
Daniel Radcliffe
Film Actor, Theater Actor / 1989 -
Daniel Radcliffe is an English actor who rose to international stardom as Harry Potter in the series of films based on the hugely popular books by J.K. Rowling.
Born: July 23, 1989
Age: 23 years old
Birthplace:
Occupation: Film Actor, Theater Actor -
Alison Krauss
- In these groups:
- Bluegrass Musicians
- Contemporary Country Stars
- Famous Leos
Alison Krauss
Songwriter, Music Producer, Singer / 1971 -
Alison Krauss is a multiple Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter who records country, bluegrass, folk and Americana.
1971 | 41 years old
Songwriter, Music Producer, Singer -
Woody Harrelson
- In these groups:
- Vegans
- Cast of Cheers
- Cast of The Hunger Games
Woody Harrelson
Animal Rights Activist, Film Actor, Television Actor / 1961 -
Woody Harrelson is an actor know for his long-running role on TV's Cheers and his many film roles since.
1961 | 51 years old
Animal Rights Activist, Film Actor, ... -
Philip Seymour Hoffman
- In these groups:
- Actors Turned Directors
- Best Actor Oscar Winners
- Oscar-Winning Portrayals
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Film Actor, Theater Actor, Television Actor, Director / 1967 -
Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman has gained recognition for his work in a series of successful films including Capote and Doubt.
Born: July 23, 1967
Age: 45 years old
Birthplace: Rochester, New York, United States
Occupation: Film Actor, Theater Actor, ... -
Don Imus
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- Famous Leos
- Famous Children's Activists
- Famous People Named Don
Don Imus
Children's Activist, Philanthropist, Disc Jockey, Radio Talk Show Host, Writer / 1940 -
John Donald "Don" Imus is a radio personality famous for his "insult humor" as well as a philanthropist working to help children with cancer and other groups.1940 | 72 years old
Children's Activist, Philanthropist, ... -
Marlon Wayans
- In these groups:
- Black Comedians
- Famous Leos
- Famous Actors
Marlon Wayans
Film Actor, Comedian / 1972 -
Marlon Wayans is best known for his role in the Scary Movie series, and for being one of the Wayans siblings.
1972 | 40 years old
Film Actor, Comedian
July 23
Died on This Day
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Amy WinehouseAmy Winehouse
Entrepreneur, Songwriter, Singer / 1983 - 2011
Amy Winehouse won five Grammy Awards for her 2006 album Back to Black, and is remembered for songs like "Rehab," "Back to Black" and "Valerie." She died in 2011, at age 27.
Died: July 23, 2011
Age: 27 years old
Place: Camden, London, England , United Kingdom
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Ulysses S. Grant
- In these groups:
- Famous Irish-Americans
- Who Is On Your Money
- U.S. Presidents
Ulysses S. Grant
U.S. President / 1822 - 1885
Ulysses S. Grant was U.S. general and commander of the Union armies during the late years of the American Civil War, and 18th president of the United States.
1885 | 63 years old
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Roger Sherman
- In these groups:
- Famous Arians
- Famous Mayors
- Famous People Named Roger
Roger Sherman
Mayor, U.S. Representative / 1721 - 1793
Roger Sherman was an American government leader best known as a founding father that signed and drafted the Declaration of Independence and signed the U.S. Constitution.
1793 | 72 years old
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Montgomery Clift
- In these groups:
- Famous Libras
- Famous Actors
- Famous Film Actors
Montgomery Clift
Film Actor / 1920 - 1966
Actor Montgomery Clift starred in films like Red River (1948), A Place in the Sun (1951), and From Here To Eternity (1953).
Died: July 23, 1966
Age: 45 years old
Place: New York, New York , United States
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Isaac Singer
- In these groups:
- Famous Scorpios
- Famous Inventors
- Famous People Named Isaac
Isaac Singer
Inventor / 1811 - 1875
Isaac Singer founded the Singer Sewing Machine Company, the first company to make sewing machines practical and easy to use at home.
1875 | 63 years old
Inventor -
Andrew Cunanan
- In these groups:
- Infamous Serial Killers
- Handsome Devils
- Famous Virgoans
Andrew Cunanan
Serial Killer / 1969 - 1997
Andrew Cunanan was a serial murder who killed fashion designer Gianni Versace, and at least four other people, before commiting suicide in a Miami houseboat.
1997 | 27 years old
Serial Killer
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