November 11: What Happened on This Day in History
November 11th marks the 315th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 316th in case of leap years). There are 50 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on November 11th in history, famous birthdays on November 11th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to November 11.
What happened on November 11?
Here's what happened on November 11th in history:
- 2020: Typhoon Vamco made a catastrophic landfall in Luzon and several offshore islands of the Philippines, resulting in 67 fatalities. The storm triggered the most severe flooding in the region since Typhoon Ketsana in 2009, causing widespread destruction and significant humanitarian challenges.
- 2011: The Arab Spring, a significant wave of pro-democracy protests and political upheaval across the Middle East and North Africa, continued to unfold with ongoing demonstrations and conflicts in multiple countries.
- 2010: The G-20 leaders summit takes place in Seoul, marking the first time a non-G8 country hosts the international economic forum. World leaders gather to discuss global economic policies and cooperation.
- 2007: Slovenians voted in the final round of the nation's presidential elections. Danilo Turk won the race with 68.26 percent of the vote, securing a decisive victory.
- 2004: Mary McAleese was inaugurated for her second consecutive term as the President of Ireland, continuing her leadership of the nation.
- 2001: Mark McGwire, the legendary first baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals, declines a lucrative two-year, US$30 million contract extension and announces his retirement from professional baseball, marking the end of a remarkable career.
- 1999: A devastating structural failure occurs in Foggia, Italy, when a six-story apartment building collapses, resulting in the tragic loss of more than 60 residents' lives. This catastrophic event highlights critical concerns about building safety, construction standards, and urban infrastructure in the region.
- 1996: Atlanta Braves starting pitcher John Smoltz was awarded the National League Cy Young Award, recognizing him as the best pitcher in the National League for the 1996 baseball season.
- 1993: Pope John Paul II was hospitalized for two days due to a fractured shoulder, highlighting the pontiff's advancing age and occasional health challenges.
- 1973: David 'Stringbean' Akeman, a renowned American banjo player who was born in 1915, passed away, leaving behind a significant legacy in traditional American folk and country music.
What famous birthdays are on November 11?
On November 11th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Leonardo DiCaprio (1974)Acclaimed Hollywood actor known for his roles in 'Titanic', 'The Wolf of Wall Street', and 'The Revenant'.
![Kurt Vonnegut]()
Kurt Vonnegut (1922)Kurt Vonnegut was a renowned American novelist and satirist, famous for his groundbreaking science fiction works like 'Slaughterhouse-Five'...
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Demi Moore (1962)Renowned Hollywood actress who rose to fame in the 1980s and 1990s, known for iconic films like Ghost and Indecent Proposal.
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Jonathan Winters (1925)Legendary American comedian and improvisation master known for his exceptional mimicry skills and groundbreaking comedy performances on...
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Stanley Tucci (1960)Stanley Tucci is an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer known for his versatile roles in numerous critically acclaimed films...
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Bibi Andersson (1935)Bibi Andersson was a renowned Swedish actress who was a key figure in Ingmar Bergman's cinematic world, famously starring in iconic films...
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Kemal Sunal (1944)Prominent Turkish actor, comedian, and screenwriter who was a beloved figure in Turkish cinema during the 1970s and 1980s, known for his...
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Stephen Lewis (1937)Prominent Canadian diplomat and politician who served as the 14th Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations, known for his significant...
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Tye Sheridan (1996)Tye Sheridan is an American actor known for his roles in films like 'Ready Player One' and 'X-Men: Apocalypse', who began his career as a...
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Who died on November 11?
On November 11th the following celebrities died:
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Robert Vaughn (2016)Robert Vaughn was a renowned American actor best known for his iconic role as Napoleon Solo in the popular spy television series 'The Man...
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- Yasser Arafat (2004)
Yasser Arafat was a prominent Palestinian political leader who played a pivotal role in the Palestinian national movement.
- Paul Janssen (2003)
Paul Janssen was a renowned Belgian physician, chemist, and pharmacologist who founded Janssen Pharmaceutica, a major global pharmaceutical...
- Peter Drucker (2005)
Renowned management consultant, author, and social ecologist who pioneered modern business management theory and influenced global corporate...
- Jacobo Timerman (1999)
Prominent Argentine journalist, human rights activist, and author who was imprisoned and tortured during Argentina's military dictatorship,...
- Miquel Marti i Pol (2003)
Renowned Catalan poet who was a significant voice in contemporary Catalan literature, known for his powerful poetry addressing social and...
- F. W. de Klerk (2021)
South african lawyer and politician, former state president of south africa, nobel prize laureate (d. 2021).
- Yiannis Ritsos (1990)
Renowned Greek poet who was a prominent communist and literary figure, nominated nine times for the Nobel Prize and winner of the Lenin...
What day of the year is November 11?
November 11th marks the 315th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 316th in case of leap years).
There are 50 days remaining until the end of the year.
November 11th is the 11th day of the month of November.
What day of the week is November 11?
On November 11th, 2025 the day of the week is Tuesday.
| November | 2025 | |||||
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| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
| 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 |
| 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
What zodiac sign is associated with the day November 11?
The zodiac sign associated with November 11th is Scorpio according to the Western Zodiac.
