March 5: What Happened on This Day in History
March 5th marks the 64th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 65th in case of leap years). There are 301 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 5th in history, famous birthdays on March 5th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 5.
What happened on March 5?
Here's what happened on March 5th in history:
- 2023: The 2023 Estonian parliamentary election was held, with two centre-right liberal parties successfully gaining an absolute majority for the first time in the country's electoral history. This significant political development marks a notable shift in Estonia's parliamentary representation.
- 2018: The Islamic State (ISIL) published purported video footage of the October 2017 attack on American special forces in Tongo Tongo, Niger, which drew international attention to military operations in the region.
- 2015: Mark Lippert, the American ambassador to South Korea, was attacked by a knife-wielding assailant in Seoul, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries to his wrist and face.
- 2013: The Malaysian Army initiated a military operation to end a standoff with an armed Filipino group located in Borneo, escalating tensions in the region.
- 1997: Tommy Lasorda, Nellie Fox, and Willie Wells were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. This prestigious honor recognized their exceptional contributions to the sport of baseball, celebrating their remarkable careers and significant impact on the game.
- 1991: Indiana Pacers' Reggie Miller initiated an impressive 52-game consecutive free throw streak, demonstrating exceptional basketball skill and consistency.
- 1986: Teddy Hoad, a notable West Indian cricket player who served as team captain in the 1930s, passed away on this date. Hoad was a significant figure in the early era of West Indian cricket, representing his nation during a transformative period in the sport's international development.
- 1984: Renowned Hollywood actor William Powell, famous for his role in 'My Man Godfrey', passes away at age 91, marking the end of a significant era in classic American cinema.
- 1982: Daniel Carter, who would become one of New Zealand's most celebrated rugby players, was born. Carter would later be recognized as one of the greatest fly-halves in rugby history.
- 1976: On March 5, 1976, the British pound sterling experienced a significant economic downturn, falling below the symbolic $2 exchange rate for the first time in modern financial history. This event signaled profound challenges in the British economy, reflecting broader issues of inflation, economic instability, and declining global economic influence in the mid-1970s.
What famous birthdays are on March 5?
On March 5th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Pier Paolo Pasolini]()
Pier Paolo Pasolini (1922)Renowned Italian intellectual, poet, filmmaker, and writer known for his provocative and revolutionary works challenging societal norms.
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Joel Osteen (1963)Prominent American evangelical pastor and televangelist who leads Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, one of the largest congregations in the...
![Dean Stockwell]()
Dean Stockwell (1936)Acclaimed American actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, most famously starring in the science fiction series 'Quantum...
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Pearl White (1889)Pearl white was an american silent film actress best known for her work in serial films, particularly in 'the perils of pauline'.
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Eva Mendes (1974)Eva Mendes is a prominent American actress known for her charismatic performances in romantic comedies and action films like Hitch, Training...
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Teena Marie (1956)Renowned American R&B singer-songwriter known as the 'Ivory Queen of Soul', who significantly influenced the music industry during the late...
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Rex Harrison (1908)Legendary British actor renowned for his iconic role as Professor Henry Higgins in 'My Fair Lady'.
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Penn Jillette (1955)Penn Jillette is a renowned American magician, comedian, and skeptic famous for his comedy-magic duo Penn & Teller.
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Sterling Knight (1989)Sterling Knight is an American actor and singer best known for his starring role in Disney Channel's 'Sonny with a Chance' and the Disney...
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Jack Cassidy (1927)Jack Cassidy was a renowned American actor and singer known for his versatile performances in television and theater.
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Who died on March 5?
On March 5th the following celebrities died:
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John Belushi (1982)Iconic comedian and actor from Saturday Night Live known for his wild comedy style and memorable film roles in 'Animal House' and 'The Blues...
![William Powell]()
William Powell (1984)William powell was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as the thin man series and my man godfrey.
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Jay Silverheels (1980)Native American actor best known for playing Tonto alongside Clayton Moore in the iconic 'The Lone Ranger' television series from 1949 to...
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Richard Kiley (1999)Versatile American actor known for his memorable performances in musical and dramatic roles, particularly his lead role in 'Man of La...
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- Nikolaus Harnoncourt (2016)
Nikolaus Harnoncourt was a renowned Austrian conductor and cellist who revolutionized the performance of early music.
- Ray Tomlinson (2016)
Legendary computer programmer who invented email and chose the '@' symbol for email addresses, fundamentally transforming global...
- Hugo Chávez (2013)
Controversial Venezuelan political leader who served as president from 1999 to 2013, known for his socialist policies, anti-imperialist...
What day of the year is March 5?
March 5th marks the 64th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 65th in case of leap years).
There are 301 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 5th is the 5th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 5?
The zodiac sign associated with March 5th is Pisces according to the Western Zodiac.
