May 9: What Happened on This Day in History
May 9th marks the 129th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 130th in case of leap years). There are 236 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on May 9th in history, famous birthdays on May 9th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to May 9.
What happened on May 9?
Here's what happened on May 9th in history:
- 2022: The United States President Joe Biden signed the 2022 Lend-Lease Act into law, reviving a World War II-era policy designed to expedite military equipment and support to Ukraine and other Eastern European countries during the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War.
- 2019: The South Korean military reported that North Korea launched an unidentified projectile into the sea, marking the second weapons test in one week. This provocative action continues North Korea's pattern of missile testing, raising international tensions in the region.
- 2007: Subtropical Storm Andrea emerges off Florida's coast, marking the first named storm of the 2007 Atlantic hurricane season and the first subtropical hurricane since Ana in 2003.
- 2005: Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is selected as the successor of Pope John Paul II, becoming Pope Benedict XVI and leading the Catholic Church.
- 2003: Russell B. Long, a prominent U.S. Senator from Louisiana, was noted on this date. Born in 1933, Long was a significant political figure who served in the United States Senate, representing Louisiana for several decades and making substantial contributions to national policy.
- 2001: On May 9, 2001, a tragic stampede occurred at the Accra Sports Stadium during a football match between Accra Hearts of Oak and Kumasi Asante Kotoko. The disaster resulted in the deaths of 129 football fans after police fired tear gas into the crowd following a controversial referee's decision. The incident highlighted serious crowd management and safety failures in Ghanaian sports venues.
- 1980: Norihiro Nishi, a notable Japanese football player, was born on this date.
- 1979: The United States and the Soviet Union signed the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT 2) treaty, a significant diplomatic effort to limit and control nuclear weapons during the Cold War era. This agreement aimed to reduce the escalating nuclear arms race between the two superpowers.
- 1974: On May 9, 1974, the United States House of Representatives Judiciary Committee officially opened public impeachment hearings against President Richard M. Nixon. This marked a critical moment in American political history, as the committee began a formal investigation into the president's potential involvement in the Watergate scandal, which had been unfolding since the 1972 break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters.
- 1973: Cincinnati Reds catcher Johnny Bench achieved a remarkable feat by hitting three home runs in a single baseball game, demonstrating his exceptional batting skills and power at the plate.
What famous birthdays are on May 9?
On May 9th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Mike Wallace]()
Mike Wallace (1918)Legendary investigative journalist and long-time correspondent for CBS's '60 Minutes', known for his hard-hitting interview style and...
![Noah Centineo]()
Noah Centineo (1996)Noah Centineo is a popular American actor known for his breakthrough roles in Netflix teen romantic comedies like 'To All the Boys I've...
![Albert Finney]()
Albert Finney (1936)Albert Finney was a renowned British actor known for his versatile performances in critically acclaimed films like 'Tom Jones', 'Erin...
![Rosario Dawson]()
Rosario Dawson (1979)Rosario Dawson is a prominent American actress known for her versatile roles in blockbuster films like 'Rent', 'Sin City', and 'Men in Black...
![Glenda Jackson]()
Glenda Jackson (1936)Glenda Jackson was a distinguished British actress and politician who won two Academy Awards and transitioned from a successful film career...
![Kevin Peter Hall]()
Kevin Peter Hall (1955)Actor known for 'Harry and the Hendersons', who tragically died from AIDS at age 35.
![Joan Sims]()
Joan Sims (1930)British comedy actress famous for her roles in the iconic 'Carry On' film series, known for her comedic talent and memorable performances in...
![Billy Joel]()
Billy Joel (1949)Legendary American singer-songwriter and pianist known for his iconic pop and rock music.
![Geraldine McEwan]()
Geraldine McEwan (1932)Renowned Scottish actress known for her roles in television and theater, including Miss Marple adaptations.
![John Corbett]()
John Corbett (1961)John Corbett is an acclaimed American actor best known for his memorable roles in popular TV series 'Northern Exposure' and 'Sex and the...
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Who died on May 9?
On May 9th the following celebrities died:
![Little Richard]()
Little Richard (2020)Pioneering rock and roll musician known as the 'King of Rock 'n' Roll', famous for his energetic performances and influential music that...
![Lena Horne]()
Lena Horne (2010)Pioneering African American actress and singer who broke racial barriers in Hollywood, known for her extraordinary talent, classic beauty,...
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Alan King (2004)Alan King was a renowned American comedian, actor, and producer known for his sharp social commentary and stand-up comedy.
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Alice Faye (1998)Prominent Hollywood actress and singer of the 1930s and 1940s, known for her roles in musical films and her distinctive singing voice.
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- Tenzing Norgay (1986)
Legendary Nepalese Sherpa mountaineer who, along with Sir Edmund Hillary, was the first person to reach the summit of Mount Everest on May...
- Vidal Sassoon (2012)
Iconic hairstylist who transformed modern hairdressing, creating geometric cuts that defined 1960s fashion and became a global hair care...
What day of the year is May 9?
May 9th marks the 129th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 130th in case of leap years).
There are 236 days remaining until the end of the year.
May 9th is the 9th day of the month of May.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day May 9?
The zodiac sign associated with May 9th is Taurus according to the Western Zodiac.
