December 6: What Happened on This Day in History
December 6th marks the 340th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 341st in case of leap years). There are 25 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on December 6th in history, famous birthdays on December 6th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to December 6.
What happened on December 6?
Here's what happened on December 6th in history:
- 2021: The Ethiopian military successfully recaptured the strategic Amharan towns of Dessie and Kombolcha from rebel forces, marking a significant development in the ongoing Tigray conflict.
- 2008: On December 6, 2008, a Greek police officer shot and killed 15-year-old Alexandros Grigoropoulos in Athens, triggering extensive protests and riots that spread across Greece. The incident highlighted deep-seated tensions between youth and law enforcement, and became a symbol of social unrest and police brutality.
- 2006: Joseph Kabila becomes the first democratically elected leader of the Democratic Republic of the Congo after four decades of non-democratic governance, marking a significant political transition.
- 2000: Pablo Nicolás Urdangarín y de Borbón, grandson of King Juan Carlos I of Spain, was born on this date. He is a member of the Spanish royal family, born to Infanta Cristina and Iñaki Urdangarín.
- 1994: The iconic prop from the classic film 'The Maltese Falcon' was sold at auction for $398,590, highlighting the significant value of Hollywood memorabilia.
- 1990: Pavlos Sidiropoulos, a prominent Greek singer and songwriter who significantly influenced Greek rock music, passed away. Born in 1948, he was known for his innovative musical style and cultural contributions.
- 1987: Jane Crafter and Steve Jones win the LPGA J.C. Penney Golf Classic, showcasing their golfing prowess in a competitive tournament.
- 1985: Dulce María, a prominent Mexican actress and singer, was born. She would later gain significant recognition as a member of the popular Latin pop group RBD and for her successful solo career in music and acting.
- 1977: On December 6, 1977, South Africa unilaterally granted independence to Bophuthatswana, a nominally autonomous homeland within the apartheid system. This 'independence' was a controversial political maneuver that was not recognized by any other country in the international community. Bophuthatswana was one of several 'Bantustans' created by the South African government to segregate and marginalize Black populations during the apartheid era, effectively stripping them of their citizenship rights in South Africa proper.
- 1975: Senator Robert Dole married Elizabeth Hanford (later known as Elizabeth Dole), marking the union of two prominent political figures who would both become significant players in American politics. Elizabeth would later serve as a United States Senator and run for the Republican presidential nomination.
What famous birthdays are on December 6?
On December 6th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Peter Handke (1942)Renowned Austrian writer and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate, known for his avant-garde plays and controversial political stances.
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Tom Hulce (1953)American actor known for his roles in 'Amadeus' and 'Animal House', winning an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Mozart.
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Agnes Moorehead (1900)Renowned American actress famous for her iconic role as Endora in the 1960s TV comedy 'Bewitched'.
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Shekhar Kapur (1945)Renowned Indian film director, known for critically acclaimed movies like 'Elizabeth' and 'Mr.
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Judd Apatow (1967)Prominent American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for influential comedy films like 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin' and 'Knocked...
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Janine Turner (1962)Janine Turner is an American actress best known for her starring role in the critically acclaimed TV series 'Northern Exposure', which aired...
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JoBeth Williams (1948)Acclaimed American actress known for her roles in films like 'Poltergeist' and 'Kramer vs.
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Patrick Bauchau (1938)Belgian actor and psychoanalyst known for his roles in Eric Rohmer's 'La Collectionneuse', James Bond film 'A View to a Kill', and the Ray...
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Torri Higginson (1969)Canadian actress known for her roles in television series, particularly in science fiction productions.
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Elissa Landi (1904)Italian actress and writer who was prominent on stage and in film, having also authored three novels.
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Who died on December 6?
On December 6th the following celebrities died:
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Werner Klemperer (2000)German-American actor best known for his iconic comedic role as Colonel Klink in the classic sitcom 'Hogan's Heroes', which ran from 1965 to...
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Gian Maria Volontè (1994)Renowned Italian actor famous for his powerful performances in Spaghetti Western films and political cinema, a key figure in Italian film...
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Frances Bavier (1989)Frances Bavier was an iconic American television actress best known for her beloved portrayal of Aunt Bee Taylor on 'The Andy Griffith...
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Roy Orbison (1988)Roy Orbison was a legendary rock and roll musician known for his powerful tenor voice and iconic dark sunglasses.
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Don Ameche (1993)Versatile American actor and entertainer who excelled in film, vaudeville, and radio, starring in over 50 movies and notably directing 'The...
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Peter Vaughan (2016)Renowned English character actor known for roles in numerous films and television series, including 'Game of Thrones' and 'Porridge'.
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James Dobson (1987)Focus on the family was founded by american psychologist and author focus on the family.
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- James Reston (1995)
Influential American journalist and New York Times executive who revolutionized newspaper opinion pages and won two Pulitzer Prizes.
What day of the year is December 6?
December 6th marks the 340th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 341st in case of leap years).
There are 25 days remaining until the end of the year.
December 6th is the 6th day of the month of December.
What day of the week is December 6?
On December 6th, 2025 the day of the week is Saturday.
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| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
| 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| 29 | 30 | 31 | ||||
What zodiac sign is associated with the day December 6?
The zodiac sign associated with December 6th is Sagittarius according to the Western Zodiac.
