Historical events for
Monday, 21 September 2026

Leonard Cohen, Canadian singer and songwriter, known for his poetic and introspective songs.

Larry Hagman, American actor, famous for his role as J.R. Ewing in the series "Dallas".

António Sousa Franco, Portuguese university professor and politician, former Minister of Finance.

Stephen King, American writer, author of horror classics such as "Carrie" and "The Shining".

Bill Murray, American actor and comedian, known for his roles in "Ghostbusters" and "Lost in Translation".

Faith Hill (b. 1967) is an acclaimed American singer. One of the most successful country artists of all time, her immense vocal talent helped cross the borders of Nashville into massive pop music success.

Liam Gallagher (b. 1972) is a charismatic British vocalist. With his defiant stage posture and his raw, drawn-out vocal timbre, he became the main face of Oasis and the ultimate figure of the 90s Britpop movement.

Xaryu, professional name of Josh Lujan, American professional gamer and content creator, widely recognized in the World of Warcraft community, especially for his performance in PvP as a Mage, where he was more than 20x world champion.

Belize Independence Day celebration, commemorating independence from the United Kingdom on September 21, 1981. Celebrations include parades, speeches and cultural events.

The Gulbenkian Foundation's new Modern Art Center (CAM) opens its doors on September 21, 2024, with a project designed by architects Kengo Kuma and Vladimir Djurovic.

International Mini Golf Day is celebrated on September 21, promoting the practice of this fun and accessible sport for all ages, with events organized at various mini golf courses around the world.

September 21st is World Alzheimer's Day, with the aim of raising awareness about this neurodegenerative disease and supporting patients and their families.

World Gratitude Day is celebrated on September 21st, providing an opportunity to reflect on the positive things in our lives and express gratitude.

Malta's Independence Day celebration, marking independence from the United Kingdom on September 21, 1964.

National Beach Cleaning Day is celebrated on September 21st with the aim of raising awareness about the preservation of coastal ecosystems, through the organization of beach cleaning actions.

On September 21st, National Certified Accountant Day is celebrated in Portugal, recognizing the importance of the work of certified accountants in the management of public and private finances.

Celebration of Armenian Independence Day, marking independence from the Soviet Union on September 21, 1991.

National Fiscal Guard Day is celebrated on September 21st in Portugal, honoring this force responsible for border control and customs inspection.

The International Day of Peace is celebrated on September 21st and was created by the United Nations to promote world peace, encouraging the peaceful resolution of conflicts and respect for human rights.