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:
![Nikola Tesla]()
Nikola Tesla (1856)Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist. He is best known for his revolutionary contributions to the development of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity system, as well as for inventions and experiments in electromagnetism, wireless communication, and energy transmission. [bio]
![Fred Gwynne]()
Fred Gwynne (1926)Fred Gwynne was an American actor, artist, and author, best known for his roles in classic television sitcoms such as 'The Munsters' and 'Car 54, Where Are You?'. With his towering height and deep voice, Gwynne became a beloved figure in American pop culture, recognized especially for his portrayal of Herman Munster. [bio]
![Ronnie James Dio]()
Ronnie James Dio (1949)Ronnie James Dio was an American heavy metal singer and songwriter, renowned for his powerful, operatic voice and his work as the frontman for bands such as Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Heaven & Hell, and his own band, Dio. He is widely celebrated for his influential contributions to the heavy metal genre and is credited with popularizing the "metal horns" … [bio]
![Jacky Cheung]()
Jacky Cheung (1961)Jacky Cheung is a renowned Hong Kong singer, songwriter, and actor, widely recognized as one of the 'Four Heavenly Kings' of Hong Kong pop music. Known for his powerful vocals and prolific career, Cheung is considered among the most accomplished and influential Cantopop artists of all time. [bio]
![Mahathir Mohamad]()
Mahathir Mohamad (1925)Mahathir Mohamad is a Malaysian politician and physician who served as the Prime Minister of Malaysia for two non-consecutive terms (1981–2003 and 2018–2020), making him the longest-serving prime minister in the country's history. Renowned for his pivotal role in modernizing Malaysia's economy and infrastructure, he is considered one of Southeast Asia's most influential leaders. His tenure was marked by rapid … [bio]
![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.
![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...
![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...
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Who died on July 10?
On July 10th the following celebrities died:
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![Omar Sharif]()
Omar Sharif (2015)Omar Sharif was an acclaimed Egyptian actor who gained international fame for his roles in the classic films 'Lawrence of Arabia' (1962) and 'Doctor Zhivago' (1965). He was known for his charisma, talent, and contributions to both Egyptian and Western cinema. [bio]
![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]()
Hiroaki Aoki (2008)Japanese-American wrestler and entrepreneur who founded the famous Benihana restaurant chain, revolutionizing Japanese cuisine in the United...
![John D. Rockefeller III]()
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.
![Dolphy]()
Dolphy (2012)Renowned Filipino actor, comedian, singer, and producer who was widely celebrated as the 'King of Comedy' in Philippine entertainment.
![Shamil Basayev]()
Shamil Basayev (2006)Shamil Basayev was a notorious Chechen rebel leader responsible for numerous terrorist attacks, including the tragic Beslan school siege in...
![Roland Petit]()
![Winston Graham]()
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 zodiac sign is associated with the day July 10?
The zodiac sign associated with July 10th is Cancer according to the Western Zodiac.
