March 4: What Happened on This Day in History
March 4th marks the 63rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 64th in case of leap years). There are 302 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 4th in history, famous birthdays on March 4th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 4.
What happened on March 4?
Here's what happened on March 4th in history:
- 2023: Nations at the United Nations finalized the text of the High Seas Treaty, a landmark international agreement aimed at protecting marine biodiversity. The treaty commits participating countries to place 30% of global oceans into protected areas by 2030, marking the first comprehensive international ocean protection agreement in four decades. This landmark environmental accord represents a significant step towards preserving marine ecosystems and combating climate change.
- 2018: The 90th Academy Awards saw 'The Shape of Water' winning four prestigious awards, including Best Picture, while 'Dunkirk' secured three awards. The ceremony notably recorded its lowest U.S. television audience in history, signaling potential declining interest in traditional award shows.
- 2015: The Italian Coast Guard conducted a significant humanitarian rescue mission, saving 941 migrants from human trafficking vessels located south of Sicily. Five motorized dinghies and two larger vessels were involved in the operation, with authorities unable to account for ten individuals.
- 2013: A French soldier died while fighting Islamic militants during Operation Serval in Northern Mali. France also claimed that al-Qaeda chief Abdelhamid Abou Zeid of Islamic Maghreb was likely killed in Mali in February.
- 1997: Carey Loftin, a renowned American actor and stuntman who had a significant career in Hollywood, passed away.
- 1991: The most primitive version of the World Wide Web is put online, marking the beginning of a technological revolution that would fundamentally transform global communication and information sharing.
- 1986: Remembrance of Howard Greenfield, an American songwriter born in 1936, who contributed to the music industry during his lifetime.
- 1984: Donny Tourette, lead singer of the British punk rock band Towers of London, was born, representing the emerging punk music scene of the 1980s.
- 1982: Mike Bossy achieved a remarkable feat by scoring a double hat trick, becoming only the second player in New York Islanders' history to accomplish this impressive scoring performance. This achievement highlights Bossy's exceptional skill and scoring prowess during the team's dominant era in the early 1980s.
- 1976: Vic Wunderle, an American Olympic archer, representing the United States in international archery competitions.
What famous birthdays are on March 4?
On March 4th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Khaled Hosseini (1965)Afghan-American novelist and physician, internationally renowned for bestselling novels like The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns.
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Patricia Heaton (1958)Patricia Heaton is an Emmy Award-winning American actress best known for her iconic role as Debra Barone in the popular sitcom Everybody...
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Mykelti Williamson (1957)Acclaimed African American actor famous for his powerful supporting roles in iconic films like 'Forrest Gump' as Bubba Blue and in action...
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Scott Hicks (1953)Australian filmmaker renowned for directing 'Shine', a critically acclaimed biographical drama about pianist David Helfgott that received...
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Miriam Makeba (1932)Legendary South African singer and anti-apartheid activist known as 'Mama Africa', who used her music to fight racial oppression and became...
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John Garfield (1913)Prominent Hollywood actor of the Golden Age, known for his roles in film noir and dramatic movies.
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Catherine O'Hara (1954)Catherine O'Hara is a renowned Canadian actress and comedian, famous for her iconic roles in comedy films and television series like 'Home...
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Kay Lenz (1953)American actress known for her Emmy-winning performances in television and film, particularly in teenage-mother roles and the ABC...
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Dominique Pinon (1955)French actor known for his distinctive appearance in numerous Jean-Pierre Jeunet films like 'Delicatessen' and 'Amélie'.
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Adrian Lyne (1941)Renowned English film director known for provocative and visually stylish movies like 'Fatal Attraction', 'Flashdance', and '9½ Weeks'.
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Who died on March 4?
On March 4th the following celebrities died:
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Luke Perry (2019)Luke Perry was an iconic American actor who rose to fame in the 1990s through his role as Dylan McKay in the popular teen drama Beverly...
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John Candy (1994)Beloved Canadian comedian and actor known for his comedic roles in classic films like 'Uncle Buck' and 'Planes, Trains & Automobiles'.
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Minnie Pearl (1996)Beloved American country comedian and Grand Ole Opry performer known for her comedic persona and signature straw hat with price tag.
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Toma Caragiu (1977)Renowned Romanian actor who was a significant figure in Romanian theater and cinema during the mid-20th century.
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- Gary Gygax (2008)
Co-creator of Dungeons & Dragons, a revolutionary role-playing game that fundamentally transformed the gaming industry.
- Bud Collins (2016)
Legendary tennis journalist and broadcaster who significantly shaped tennis media coverage for over five decades.
- Javier Pérez de Cuéllar (2020)
Prominent Peruvian diplomat who served as United Nations Secretary-General from 1982 to 1991, playing a crucial role in international...
What day of the year is March 4?
March 4th marks the 63rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 64th in case of leap years).
There are 302 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 4th is the 4th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 4?
The zodiac sign associated with March 4th is Pisces according to the Western Zodiac.
