September 1: What Happened on This Day in History
September 1st marks the 244th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 245th in case of leap years). There are 121 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on September 1st in history, famous birthdays on September 1st, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to September 1.
What happened on September 1?
Here's what happened on September 1st in history:
- 2017: Hurricane Irma strengthens to a Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 110 miles per hour (175 km/h), posing significant threat to the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean.
- 2016: Violent protests erupted in Libreville, Gabon's capital, following a disputed presidential election. Security forces clashed with supporters of opposition leader Jean Ping, who contested President Ali Bongo Ondimba's narrow victory. Military helicopters reportedly attacked the Union of Forces for Change headquarters, and internet services were disrupted to suppress communication.
- 2012: Renowned American songwriter Hal David, famous for his legendary collaborations with Burt Bacharach, passes away in Los Angeles at the age of 91, leaving behind a remarkable musical legacy.
- 2009: The British Commonwealth of Nations fully suspends Fiji after the country refuses to call elections by the following year, marking only the second full suspension in the organization's history.
- 2005: R.L. Burnside, renowned American blues musician, passes away. Known for his influential Delta blues style and raw, authentic sound, Burnside was a pivotal figure in preserving and evolving traditional blues music.
- 1992: New York City Police Commissioner Brown resigned from his position, marking a significant leadership change in the city's law enforcement leadership.
- 1989: The Broadway musical 'Anything Goes' concluded its successful run at the Beaumont Theater in New York City after 804 performances. This musical revival showcased the enduring popularity of classic Broadway entertainment.
- 1980: The Dutch embassy in Israel officially moved its location from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv, reflecting the complex diplomatic landscape of the region and international perspectives on territorial disputes.
- 1979: Singers Debbie Boone and Gabriel Ferrer celebrated their wedding in Los Angeles, joining two prominent entertainment families.
- 1974: The Netherlands implemented a comprehensive legal framework to regulate and restrict unauthorized radio broadcasting, marking a significant moment in media regulation and telecommunications policy.
What famous birthdays are on September 1?
On September 1st there are the following famous birthdays:
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Lily Tomlin (1939)Lily Tomlin is a renowned American actress, comedian, and writer known for her groundbreaking work on 'Laugh-In' and in films like '9 to 5'...
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Conway Twitty (1933)Legendary country music singer-songwriter who dominated the genre with numerous No.
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Alan Dershowitz (1938)Renowned American lawyer, legal scholar, and author known for high-profile cases and influential legal writings.
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Barry Gibb (1946)Legendary pop musician and member of the Bee Gees, a groundbreaking musical group that dominated the disco era and pop music scene.
![Richard Farnsworth]()
Richard Farnsworth (1920)American character actor known for memorable roles in films like 'Misery' and 'The Straight Story', with a career spanning several decades...
![Jack Hawkins]()
Jack Hawkins (1910)Prominent British actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Zulu' and 'The Malta Story', with a significant career in mid-20th...
![Vittorio Gassman]()
Vittorio Gassman (1922)Renowned Italian actor who was a prominent figure in post-war Italian cinema, winning the Best Actor prize at Cannes in 1975 for 'Scent of a...
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Who died on September 1?
On September 1st the following celebrities died:
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Jerry Reed (2008)Legendary country western singer, songwriter, and actor known for hit songs and roles in films like 'Smokey and the Bandit'.
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Shelley Berman (2017)Pioneering stand-up comedian and actor who significantly influenced comedy in the mid-20th century, known for his neurotic and introspective...
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- Eero Saarinen (1961)
Renowned Finnish-American architect and designer famous for pioneering modernist architecture and iconic structures like the Gateway Arch in...
- Wladyslaw Gomulka (1982)
Prominent Polish communist leader who played a significant role in post-World War II Poland, serving as the country's de facto leader from...
- Barbara Ehrenreich (2022)
Prominent American author and political activist who wrote extensively on social inequality, labor issues, and economic challenges faced by...
- Lillian Wald (1940)
Lillian Wald was an American nurse and social reformer who founded the Henry Street Settlement in New York City and pioneered the concept of...
What day of the year is September 1?
September 1st marks the 244th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 245th in case of leap years).
There are 121 days remaining until the end of the year.
September 1st is the 1st day of the month of September.
What day of the week is September 1?
On September 1st, 2025 the day of the week is Monday.
| September | 2025 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
| 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| 29 | 30 | |||||
What zodiac sign is associated with the day September 1?
The zodiac sign associated with September 1st is Virgo according to the Western Zodiac.
