September 2: What Happened on This Day in History
September 2nd marks the 245th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 246th in case of leap years). There are 120 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on September 2nd in history, famous birthdays on September 2nd, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to September 2.
What happened on September 2?
Here's what happened on September 2nd in history:
- 2017: A suicide bombing targeting a state-run power plant near Samarra, Iraq, claimed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), resulted in seven fatalities and thirteen injuries. This attack underscores the ongoing terrorist threats in the region and the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
- 2016: A tragic sectarian attack occurred in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where Islamic militants targeted Christian areas, resulting in the death of 13 people. The incident highlights ongoing religious tensions and violence in the region.
- 2012: On September 2, 2012, a devastating car bomb attack near the Damascene suburb of Sbeineh (Sabina) killed at least 15 people. The perpetrators remained unknown. Syrian rebels claimed to have captured Harem, a village near Idlib close to the Turkish border, after a three-day siege. Despite rebel claims, the Syrian government maintained air supremacy. U.N. Envoy Lakhdar Brahimi emphasized the responsibility of both conflict parties to seek peaceful resolution.
- 2009: A devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Java, resulting in 57 fatalities and over 300 injuries. The seismic event caused significant destruction and humanitarian challenges in the region.
- 2005: Bob Denver, famous American actor best known for his roles in 'Gilligan's Island' and 'Dobie Gillis', passed away. Denver was a beloved television personality who significantly influenced popular culture in the mid-20th century.
- 1992: On this date, the US dollar reached a record valuation of 156.50 guilders, indicating significant currency market dynamics and potential economic conditions affecting international exchange rates.
- 1989: Alexandre Pato, a prominent Brazilian football (soccer) player, was born on September 2, 1989. Known for his speed and technical skills, Pato would later become a notable striker for clubs like AC Milan and Chelsea, and the Brazilian national team.
- 1980: Dany Sabourin, a French Canadian ice hockey goaltender, was noted as a professional athlete in the sports landscape of 1980.
- 1979: The theatrical production "I Remember Mama" completes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theater in New York City after 108 performances, marking the end of its theatrical journey.
- 1974: President Gerald Ford signed the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), a landmark legislation establishing minimum standards for pension plans in private industry. This act provided crucial protections for workers' retirement benefits and set new guidelines for pension fund management.
What famous birthdays are on September 2?
On September 2nd there are the following famous birthdays:
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Salma Hayek (1966)Salma Hayek is a renowned Mexican-American actress, producer, and director known for her versatile roles in Hollywood films and her advocacy...
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Keanu Reeves (1964)Canadian actor known for iconic roles in 'The Matrix', 'John Wick', and 'Speed'.
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Terry Bradshaw (1948)Terry Bradshaw was a legendary NFL quarterback who led the Pittsburgh Steelers to four Super Bowl victories during the 1970s.
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Giuliano Gemma (1938)Giuliano Gemma was a prominent Italian actor famous for his iconic roles in Spaghetti Western films during the 1960s and 1970s.
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Jimmy Connors (1952)Legendary American tennis player who dominated men's tennis in the 1970s, winning multiple Grand Slam titles and reaching world No.
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Mark Harmon (1951)Renowned American actor from a notable entertainment family, best known for his long-running role in the TV series NCIS and appearances in...
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Pippo Franco (1940)Prominent Italian comedian and entertainer who was a key figure in Italian comedy during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his versatile...
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Ramón Valdés (1923)Famous Mexican comedian and actor known for his roles in the iconic comedy series 'El Chavo del Ocho', where he played the character...
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Pawan Kalyan (1971)Prominent Indian actor and politician who is also a popular film star in Telugu cinema and a key member of the Jana Sena Party.
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Marge Champion (1919)Renowned American dancer and choreographer who was a pioneering dance performer with her husband Gower Champion.
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Who died on September 2?
On September 2nd the following celebrities died:
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Troy Donahue (2001)American actor and heartthrob of the 1950s and 1960s, known for his roles in teen films and television series like 'Surfside 6' and...
![Bob Denver]()
Bob Denver (2005)Iconic American television comedian best known for his roles as Maynard G. Krebs in 'The Many Lives of Dobie Gillis' and Gilligan in...
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- Barbara McClintock (1992)
Pioneering geneticist who revolutionized understanding of genetic inheritance through her groundbreaking work on mobile genetic elements,...
- Siddharth Shukla (2021)
Popular Indian television actor and reality TV star who won Bigg Boss 13 and was known for his charismatic performances in TV series.
- Wilford Woodruff (1898)
American religious leader, 4th president of the church of jesus christ of latter-day saints (d.1898).
- Viktor Frankl (1997)
Viktor Frankl was a renowned Austrian psychiatrist, neurologist, and Holocaust survivor who founded logotherapy, a therapeutic approach...
- Bill Melendez (2008)
Renowned Mexican-American animator best known for producing and directing Charlie Brown and Snoopy animated specials.
- Bob Mathias (2006)
American decathlete who was the only competitor to win the Olympic decathlon gold medal twice, in 1948 and 1952, making him a legendary...
What day of the year is September 2?
September 2nd marks the 245th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 246th in case of leap years).
There are 120 days remaining until the end of the year.
September 2nd is the 2nd day of the month of September.
What day of the week is September 2?
On September 2nd, 2025 the day of the week is Tuesday.
| 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 2?
The zodiac sign associated with September 2nd is Virgo according to the Western Zodiac.
