Birth
Gene Kelly
Gene Kelly, born in 1912, was an iconic American actor, dancer and choreographer, famous for his roles in classic musicals such as "Singin' in the Rain."
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Historical events for
Friday, 23 August 2024
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Michel Rocard
França
Michel Rocard, French politician, who served as Prime Minister of France from 1988 to 1991.
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João Gil
Portugal
João Gil, member of Trovante and prominent Portuguese rock musician, was born.
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Joaquim Monchique
Joaquim Monchique (b. 1968) is a renowned and multifaceted Portuguese actor, director, and comedian. An unavoidable figure in comedy theater and television in Portugal, he became famous in iconic programs by Herman José and in highly successful stage productions.
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Luís de Matos
Luís de Matos, born in 1970, is a renowned Portuguese illusionist, known worldwide for his magical and innovative presentations.
- Birth
River Phoenix
River Phoenix, born in 1970, was a talented American actor, known for films such as "Stand By Me" and "My Own Private Idaho".
- Birth
Julian Casablancas
Julian Casablancas (b. 1978) is a charismatic American singer and songwriter. Fronting The Strokes, his cool posture, distorted vocals, and New York aesthetic revitalized garage rock at the turn of the 21st century.
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Traditional Horoscope: Virgo
Astrological profile for those born under the sign of Virgo. Planet: Mercury. Lucky day: Wednesday. Fortunate months: February and November. Stone: Pink Jasper. Flower: Jasmine. Propitious colors: Gold and Black.
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Anniversary of Marconi's 1st TSF transmission between a ship and a sea port
In 1889, the first wireless transmission of a message between a ship and a sea port occurred, using Guglielmo Marconi's technology.
- History
Anniversary of the 1st satellite transmission of a TV broadcast between Europe and the USA
In 1962, the first satellite transmission of a TV broadcast between Europe and the USA was carried out, marking a significant advance in global communication.
- History
Anniversary of the promulgation of the Strike Law
In 1974, the Strike Law was enacted in Portugal, an important step for workers' rights.
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Blogger platform creation anniversary
In 1999, the Blogger platform was created, which revolutionized the way people publish content on the internet.
- History
70º Aniversário dos Marretas (Muppets)
Estados Unidos
Celebração dos 70 anos dos Marretas (Muppets), uma icónica série de personagens que marcou gerações desde a sua criação. Este evento marca o início de uma celebração que destaca 70 dos personagens mais queridos do universo dos Marretas.
- History
Dia de Santa Rosa de Lima
Celebração do Dia de Santa Rosa de Lima, padroeira da América Latina e Filipinas, conhecida por sua profunda devoção religiosa.
- Sport
SC Farense vs Sporting CP
Liga Portuguesa 24/25 - 3ª Jornada: O Sporting CP enfrenta o SC Farense no Estádio de São Luís, pelas 20h15 com transmissão na Sport TV 1.