March 8: What Happened on This Day in History
March 8th marks the 67th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 68th in case of leap years). There are 298 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 8th in history, famous birthdays on March 8th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 8.
What happened on March 8?
Here's what happened on March 8th in history:
- 2023: Western intelligence officials have raised suspicions that pro-Ukraine operatives were responsible for the explosions that damaged Russia's Nord Stream natural gas pipelines in a significant geopolitical incident. The sabotage potentially represents a covert escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
- 2018: Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army captured Jindires in Syria's Afrin district from Kurdish YPG forces. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported extensive destruction of the town due to Turkish airstrikes.
- 2015: Niger and Chad military forces initiated a comprehensive air and ground offensive targeting Boko Haram Islamist militants in northeastern Nigeria, marking a significant coordinated regional military action against the terrorist group.
- 2013: After being held hostage for ten months, the Greek-owned oil tanker MT Smyrni was released by Somali pirates with all 26 crew members. The ransom paid was $9.5 million.
- 1991: Actors Harry Hamlin and Nicollette Sheridan get married, marking a notable event in Hollywood social circles.
- 1986: Four French television crew members were abducted in West Beirut, Lebanon, highlighting the ongoing tensions and dangerous conditions in the region during the mid-1980s.
- 1984: In a historic boxing match at Madison Square Garden in New York, Joe Frazier defeated Muhammad Ali by unanimous decision in what was dramatically billed as 'The Fight of the Century'. This heavyweight championship bout was a pivotal moment in boxing history, representing not just a sporting event but a cultural clash between two iconic athletes who symbolized different social and political perspectives of the era.
- 1983: The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee endorsed a proposal for a nuclear weapons freeze with the Soviet Union, reflecting growing international efforts to reduce Cold War tensions and nuclear proliferation risks.
- 1982: Nicoleta Onel, a notable Romanian gymnast, was recognized on this date. Romania was known for its exceptional gymnastics program during this era, producing world-class athletes.
- 1978: Douglas Adams' groundbreaking science fiction comedy series, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, made its inaugural broadcast on BBC Radio 4. This innovative radio show would later become a cultural phenomenon, spawning novels, television series, and a feature film, and introducing audiences to the hilarious cosmic adventures of Arthur Dent and his alien friend Ford Prefect.
What famous birthdays are on March 8?
On March 8th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Fardeen Khan (1974)Prominent Bollywood actor known for his roles in romantic and comedy films during the early 2000s.
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Cyd Charisse (1921)Legendary Hollywood dancer and actress renowned for her exceptional performances in classic musicals, particularly in MGM productions during...
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Aidan Quinn (1959)Aidan Quinn is a prominent Irish-American actor known for his compelling performances in critically acclaimed films like 'Legends of the...
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Cheryl James (1964)Member of the iconic hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa, known for groundbreaking female rap music in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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Kwame Kwei-Armah (1967)Kwame Kwei-Armah is a prominent British playwright, director, and actor known for his significant contributions to contemporary theatre.
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Claire Trevor (1910)Claire Trevor was an acclaimed American actress known for her roles in film noir and Western movies, winning an Academy Award for Best...
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Lynn Redgrave (1943)Lynn Redgrave was a renowned British-American actress from a famous theatrical family, known for her breakthrough role in 'Georgie Girl' and...
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Jeffrey Eugenides (1960)Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist known for works like 'Middlesex' and 'The Virgin Suicides', who explores complex themes of identity and...
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Boris Kodjoe (1973)Austrian-American actor, model, and producer known for roles in television series like 'Code Black' and 'Soul Food'.
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Micky Dolenz (1945)Micky Dolenz is a famous American musician and actor, best known as a member of the iconic 1960s pop rock band The Monkees.
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Who died on March 8?
On March 8th the following celebrities died:
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Max von Sydow (2020)Max von Sydow was a legendary Swedish-French actor renowned for his versatile and profound performances in international cinema.
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Harold Lloyd (1971)American comedian and actor who passed away at 77 years old due to cancer, known for his comedic performances.
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Karen Morley (2003)American actress known for her roles in Hollywood films during the 1930s and 1940s, who later faced blacklisting during the McCarthy era.
- Joe DiMaggio (1999)
Legendary New York Yankees center fielder, considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time.
- George Martin (2016)
George martin is a renowned novelist best known for his epic fantasy series, a song of ice and fire, which was adapted into the popular...
- William Guarnere (2014)
William Guarnere was a famous American paratrooper and member of the 'Band of Brothers' who served with distinction during World War II in...
- Billy Eckstine (1993)
Renowned African American jazz singer and bandleader who significantly influenced bebop and big band music during the mid-20th century.
- George Stevens (1975)
Renowned American film director, producer, and screenwriter who directed classic films like 'Giant', 'Shane', and 'A Place in the Sun'.
What day of the year is March 8?
March 8th marks the 67th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 68th in case of leap years).
There are 298 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 8th is the 8th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 8?
The zodiac sign associated with March 8th is Pisces according to the Western Zodiac.
