July 10: What Happened on This Day in History
July 10th marks the 191st day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 192nd in case of leap years). There are 174 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on July 10th in history, famous birthdays on July 10th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to July 10.
What happened on July 10?
Here's what happened on July 10th in history:
- 2021: In a thrilling display of skill and determination, World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty of Australia secured her second Grand Slam title by defeating Karolína Plíšková of the Czech Republic in the Wimbledon Women's Singles Final. The match was a hard-fought battle, with Barty ultimately prevailing in three sets: 6-3, 6-7, 6-3. This victory solidified Barty's status as a dominant force in women's tennis and marked a significant milestone in her career.
- 2008: The United States Senate confirmed General David Petraeus as Commander of the United States Central Command, simultaneously appointing Raymond T. Odierno as Commander of the Multinational Force Iraq, signaling strategic military leadership transitions during the Iraq War period.
- 2002: At a prestigious Sotheby's auction, Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece 'The Massacre of the Innocents' was sold for £49.5 million (US$76.2 million) to Lord Kenneth Thomson, marking a significant moment in art market history.
- 2000: Vakkom Majeed, a prominent Indian freedom fighter and member of the Travancore-Cochin Legislative Assembly, was born in 1909. He played a significant role in Kerala's independence movement and legislative development.
- 1994: Henrik Ibsen's classic play 'Hedda Gabler' opens at the Criterion Theater in New York City, running for 33 performances.
- 1990: Julio Franco of the Texas Rangers was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 1990 MLB All-Star Game, highlighting his exceptional performance during the mid-season classic.
- 1985: The Coca-Cola Company announces the return of the original Coca-Cola formula, responding to consumer backlash against the 'New Coke' introduced earlier that year.
- 1981: Scientists at CERN achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully conducting the first proton-antiproton beam collision at 570 GeV, a major advancement in particle physics research that would contribute to understanding fundamental interactions between matter and antimatter.
- 1977: The theatrical production 'Happy End' concluded its run at the Martin Beck Theater in New York City after 75 performances. This Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill collaboration was a notable theatrical event of the late 1970s.
- 1975: Pop culture icon Cher filed for divorce from musician Gregg Allman just 10 days after their wedding, highlighting the tumultuous nature of their relationship and adding another chapter to her high-profile personal life.
What famous birthdays are on July 10?
On July 10th there are the following famous birthdays:
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![Fred Gwynne]()
Fred Gwynne (1926)Fred Gwynne was an iconic American actor and comedian best known for his memorable role as Herman Munster in the classic TV series 'The...
![Alok Nath]()
Alok Nath (1956)Prominent Indian actor and politician known for his extensive work in Bollywood and his political career with the Bharatiya Janata Party.
![David Brinkley]()
David Brinkley (1920)Renowned American TV news correspondent who co-anchored the groundbreaking 'Huntley-Brinkley Report' on NBC from 1956 to 1970.
![Jessica Simpson]()
Jessica Simpson (1980)Multifaceted American entertainer who rose to fame as a pop singer and expanded her brand into fashion, television, and philanthropy.
![Sue Lyon]()
Sue Lyon (1946)American actress famous for her controversial role as Lolita at age 14, who later starred in notable films like 'The Night of the Iguana'...
![Chiwetel Ejiofor]()
Chiwetel Ejiofor (1977)Chiwetel Ejiofor is an acclaimed British actor known for powerful performances in films like '12 Years a Slave', for which he received an...
![Wyatt Russell]()
Wyatt Russell (1986)Wyatt Russell is an American actor and son of famous Hollywood actors Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, known for his roles in films and...
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Who died on July 10?
On July 10th the following celebrities died:
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![Zohra Sehgal]()
Zohra Sehgal (2014)Renowned Indian actress, dancer, and choreographer who made significant contributions to Indian performing arts across multiple decades,...
![Roger Rees]()
Roger Rees (2015)Roger Rees was a distinguished Welsh-American actor and director known for his stage and screen performances, including notable roles in...
- Hiroaki Aoki (2008)
Japanese-American wrestler and entrepreneur who founded the famous Benihana restaurant chain, revolutionizing Japanese cuisine in the United...
- Dolphy (2012)
Renowned Filipino actor, comedian, singer, and producer who was widely celebrated as the 'King of Comedy' in Philippine entertainment.
- John D. Rockefeller III (1978)
Prominent American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Asia Society and was a key member of the influential Rockefeller family.
- Shamil Basayev (2006)
Shamil Basayev was a notorious Chechen rebel leader responsible for numerous terrorist attacks, including the tragic Beslan school siege in...
- Winston Graham (2003)
Renowned British novelist famous for historical and suspense works, including the Poldark series.
What day of the year is July 10?
July 10th marks the 191st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 192nd in case of leap years).
There are 174 days remaining until the end of the year.
July 10th is the 10th day of the month of July.
What day of the week is July 10?
On July 10th, 2025 the day of the week is Thursday.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day July 10?
The zodiac sign associated with July 10th is Cancer according to the Western Zodiac.
