October 4: What Happened on This Day in History
October 4th marks the 277th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 278th in case of leap years). There are 88 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on October 4th in history, famous birthdays on October 4th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to October 4.
What happened on October 4?
Here's what happened on October 4th in history:
- 2022: Alain Aspect, John F. Clauser, and Anton Zeilinger are jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for their groundbreaking experiments in quantum entanglement, demonstrating the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics and providing crucial insights into quantum information science.
- 2019: Mercedes Sosa, a renowned Argentine folk singer known as the 'Voice of Latin America', passed away in Buenos Aires at the age of 74. Her powerful voice and politically charged music made her an iconic figure in Latin American music and social movements.
- 2007: Antonie Iorgovan, a prominent Romanian jurist, professor, and politician, passed away. He was known for his significant contributions to Romanian legal and political spheres during his career.
- 2005: Prince Emmanuel, son of Crown Prince Philippe of Belgium, was born on this date, continuing the royal lineage of the Belgian monarchy.
- 2003: A devastating suicide bombing occurred at the Maxim restaurant in Haifa, Israel, resulting in the tragic deaths of 21 Israelis, including both Jews and Arabs, with an additional 51 people wounded. This attack highlighted the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its devastating human cost.
- 2001: Rickey Henderson of the San Diego Padres sets a historic milestone by breaking Ty Cobb's long-standing record to become the leading run-scorer in Major League Baseball history, achieving his 2,246th run.
- 1996: Shahid Afridi scores century in 37 balls for Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka
- 1979: The theatrical work by Irish playwright Hugh Leonard debuts at a prominent Dublin theater, marking an important moment in contemporary Irish dramatic arts.
- 1974: John Lennon released his fifth solo studio album 'Walls & Bridges' through Apple Records. The album featured notable tracks including the No. 1 hit 'Whatever Gets You Through the Night' (a collaboration with Elton John) and the ethereal '#9 Dream'.
- 1973: The ballet 'Adagio Hammerklavier' by choreographer Hans of Manen premiered in Amsterdam, showcasing a significant moment in contemporary dance performance and Dutch cultural arts.
What famous birthdays are on October 4?
On October 4th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Susan Sarandon (1946)Acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances in films like 'Thelma & Louise' and 'Dead Man Walking', for which she won an...
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Christoph Waltz (1956)Christoph Waltz is an acclaimed Austrian-German actor who won two Academy Awards for his remarkable performances in Quentin Tarantino's...
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Anne Rice (1941)Renowned American novelist best known for her gothic and vampire fiction, particularly 'Interview with the Vampire'.
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Liev Schreiber (1967)Acclaimed American actor known for his versatile stage and screen performances, winning a Tony Award for his role in Glengarry Glen Ross and...
![Alicia Silverstone]()
Alicia Silverstone (1976)American actress known for her role in 'Clueless' and as Batgirl in 'Batman and Robin', she is also an activist and author with a strong...
![Dakota Johnson]()
Dakota Johnson (1989)Dakota Johnson is an American actress and model, famous for her leading role in the Fifty Shades film series.
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Julien Clerc (1947)Renowned French singer-songwriter with a significant career in chanson and pop music, known for his artistic and emotional performances.
![Melissa Benoist]()
Melissa Benoist (1988)American actress best known for her role as Supergirl in the CW television series and for her work in the musical Glee.
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Jon Secada (1962)Grammy Award-winning Cuban-American pop and Latin pop singer known for hit songs like 'Just Another Day' and 'Angel'.
![Paco León]()
Paco León (1974)Spanish actor, director, and screenwriter known for his versatile work in film and television, particularly in comedy genres.
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Who died on October 4?
On October 4th the following celebrities died:
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Graham Chapman (1989)A pioneering British comedian and writer, best known as a key member of the legendary Monty Python comedy troupe.
![Norman Wisdom]()
Norman Wisdom (2010)Iconic British comedy actor known for his slapstick humor and lovable underdog characters in numerous films during the 1950s and 1960s.
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Tom Bell (2006)Tom Bell was a respected English actor who performed extensively on stage and in film during his career.
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- Janis Joplin (1970)
Iconic rock and blues singer of the 1960s counterculture, known for her powerful, raw vocal style and tragic early death from heroin...
- Võ Nguyên Giáp (2013)
Võ Nguyên Giáp was a legendary Vietnamese general who played a crucial role in Vietnam's independence struggles against French colonialism...
- Mercedes Sosa (2009)
Legendary Argentine folk singer known as 'La Negra', who was a prominent figure in Latin American music and Nueva Canción movement.
- Otto Remer (1997)
German Wehrmacht officer who played a crucial role in suppressing the July 20, 1944 plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler, ultimately preventing...
- Bernard Buffet (1999)
Bernard Buffet was a prominent French post-expressionist painter known for his distinctive linear style and powerful portraits.
- Jean-Claude Duvalier (2014)
Haitian dictator known as 'Baby Doc' who succeeded his father François Duvalier and ruled Haiti from 1971 to 1986, continuing the brutal...
What day of the year is October 4?
October 4th marks the 277th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 278th in case of leap years).
There are 88 days remaining until the end of the year.
October 4th is the 4th day of the month of October.
What day of the week is October 4?
On October 4th, 2025 the day of the week is Saturday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day October 4?
The zodiac sign associated with October 4th is Libra according to the Western Zodiac.
