October 10: What Happened on This Day in History

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October 10th marks the 283rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 284th in case of leap years). There are 82 days remaining until the end of the year.

Discover what happened on October 10th in history, famous birthdays on October 10th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to October 10.

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What happened on October 10?

Here's what happened on October 10th in history:

  • 2022: Ben S. Bernanke, Douglas W. Diamond, and Philip H. Dybvig were jointly awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for their groundbreaking research on banks, financial intermediation, and the critical role of financial institutions during economic crises.
  • 2019: The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2019 was awarded to Austrian writer Peter Handke, a controversial choice due to his political views and writings about the Balkan conflicts. Handke's selection sparked significant debate in literary and political circles about the intersection of art, politics, and recognition.
  • 2017: A South Korean lawmaker reveals that North Korean hackers successfully infiltrated and stole classified military documents detailing joint South Korean and United States military operational plans for potential conflict with North Korea in 2016.
  • 2009: Turkey and Armenia signed a historic accord to normalize diplomatic relations, addressing long-standing tensions stemming from the Armenian Genocide during the Ottoman Empire. This diplomatic breakthrough aimed to heal historical wounds and establish peaceful bilateral relations after nearly a century of hostility.
  • 2007: Criteria Caixa Corp, a Spanish savings bank from Catalonia, successfully launched its initial public offering (IPO), raising 3.5 billion euros (approximately US$4.9 billion), marking the largest IPO in Spain's history at that time.
  • 2005: The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency successfully tested an advanced $10 million jet capable of traveling twice the speed of sound, demonstrating significant progress in aerospace engineering.
  • 2003: Eugene Istomin, a renowned American classical pianist known for his exceptional interpretations of Mozart and Beethoven, passed away. Born in 1925, he was a significant figure in mid-20th century classical music performance.
  • 1980: Tim Maurer, a singer for the band Suburban Legends, was born on this date.
  • 1979: The legendary rock band Fleetwood Mac was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing their significant contributions to popular music.
  • 1974: Canadian adventurer John Hathaway embarked on an extraordinary two-year bicycle expedition, planning to cover an ambitious 50,600 miles across various terrains and regions. This remarkable journey represents an extraordinary test of human endurance, physical fitness, and personal determination.
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What famous birthdays are on October 10?

On October 10th there are the following famous birthdays:

  • Helen Hayes
    Helen Hayes (1900)

    Helen Hayes was a renowned American actress who began her stage career as a child prodigy and became an Oscar and Emmy-nominated performer.

  • Harold Pinter
    Harold Pinter (1930)

    Renowned British playwright and Nobel Laureate in Literature, known for his distinctive dramatic style characterized by pauses and subtle...

  • Anita Mui
    Anita Mui (1963)

    Iconic Hong Kong singer and actress who was a major cultural figure in Asian entertainment, known for her powerful performances and...

  • Dan Stevens
    Dan Stevens (1982)

    Dan Stevens is a prominent British actor known for his breakthrough role in Downton Abbey and critically acclaimed performance in the TV...

  • Mario Lopez
    Mario Lopez (1973)

    American actor best known for his role as A.C.

  • Peter Coyote
    Peter Coyote (1941)

    Renowned American actor known for his distinctive voice and roles in numerous films and documentaries, including significant work in...

  • Antonio Albanese
    Antonio Albanese (1964)

    Prominent Italian comedian, actor, director, and writer known for his satirical comedy and versatile performances in film and television.

  • Donald Sinden
    Donald Sinden (1923)

    Donald Sinden was a renowned British actor with a distinguished career spanning theater, film, and television, known for his versatile...

  • Martin Kemp
    Martin Kemp (1961)

    British actor and musician, bassist of the iconic 80s new wave band Spandau Ballet, known for their hit song 'True'.

  • Chiaki Kuriyama
    Chiaki Kuriyama (1984)

    Chiaki Kuriyama is a renowned Japanese actress and singer, famously known for her iconic role as Gogo Yubari in Quentin Tarantino's 'Kill...

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Who died on October 10?

On October 10th the following celebrities died:

  • Christopher Reeve
    Christopher Reeve (2004)

    Iconic American actor best known for playing Superman in the landmark 1977 film and its sequels.

  • Édith Piaf
    Édith Piaf (1963)

    Legendary French singer known as 'La Môme Piaf' (The Little Sparrow), she was an iconic voice of 20th-century French music with a powerful,...

  • Redd Foxx
    Redd Foxx (1991)

    Pioneering African American comedian and actor who revolutionized black comedy through his groundbreaking role in the sitcom 'Sanford and...

  • Yul Brynner
    Yul Brynner (1985)

    Iconic Hollywood actor known for his distinctive bald head and powerful performances, particularly in 'The King and I'.

  • Solomon Burke
    Solomon Burke (2010)

    Legendary soul and R&B singer who significantly influenced American music, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 for his...

  • Joan Sutherland
    Joan Sutherland (2010)

    Joan Sutherland was a legendary Australian operatic soprano known as 'La Stupenda', renowned for her extraordinary coloratura technique and...

  • Alex Karras
    Alex Karras (2012)

    Renowned NFL player for the Detroit Lions who later became a successful actor, known for his versatility in sports and entertainment.

  • Teresa Graves
    Teresa Graves (2002)

    Teresa Graves was an American actress and singer known for her roles in comedy and television during the 1960s and 1970s.

  • Eddie Cantor
    Eddie Cantor (1964)

    American comedian and singer who was a star on stage, radio, tv, and movies.

  • Orson Welles (1985)

    Legendary American filmmaker, actor, and radio innovator who revolutionized cinema with 'Citizen Kane' and famously caused nationwide panic...

    • More famous people died on October 10

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What day of the year is October 10?

October 10th marks the 283rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 284th in case of leap years).

There are 82 days remaining until the end of the year.

October 10th is the 10th day of the month of October.

What day of the week is October 10?

On October 10th, 2025 the day of the week is Friday.

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What zodiac sign is associated with the day October 10?

The zodiac sign associated with October 10th is Libra according to the Western Zodiac.

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