September 11: What Happened on This Day in History

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September 11th marks the 254th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 255th in case of leap years). There are 111 days remaining until the end of the year.

Discover what happened on September 11th in history, famous birthdays on September 11th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to September 11.

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What happened on September 11?

Here's what happened on September 11th in history:

  • 2018: Hurricane Florence causes significant disruptions along the East Coast of the United States, leading to the cancellation of political rallies and sporting events. The Donald Trump campaign canceled a Missouri rally, and college football matches involving North Carolina teams were postponed due to the approaching hurricane.
  • 2017: Militants launched a deadly attack on a police convoy in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, resulting in the deaths of 18 police officers and injuries to seven more, escalating the ongoing Sinai insurgency.
  • 2016: In a devastating escalation of the Syrian Civil War, over 100 people were killed and more than 100 injured in airstrikes targeting rebel-held areas in Idlib province, just before a planned ceasefire was set to take effect.
  • 2015: The People's Liberation Army of China conducted three days of live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait. Simultaneously, Taiwan held military exercises simulating defense against potential submarine attacks near Kinmen, highlighting ongoing regional tensions.
  • 2012: On the National Day of Catalonia, Barcelona witnessed an unprecedented peaceful demonstration for independence. Between 1.5 to 2 million protesters peacefully filled the streets, making it the largest protest in Catalonia's recent history.
  • 2009: Yoshito Usui, a notable Japanese manga artist born in 1958, passes away, leaving a significant mark on Japanese popular culture.
  • 1997: NASA's Mars Global Surveyor successfully arrived at Mars, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. This robotic spacecraft was designed to map and study the Martian surface, providing unprecedented scientific insights into the planet's geology, climate, and potential for past or present life.
  • 1992: A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck the region of Kibombo in Zaire (now Democratic Republic of Congo), resulting in at least eight fatalities, 37 injuries, and significant structural damage to several buildings.
  • 1989: KSO-AM radio station in Des Moines, Iowa changed its call letters to KGGO.
  • 1976: Dorothy Kathleen Benham, a 20-year-old from Minnesota, is crowned the 49th Miss America for the year 1977.
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What famous birthdays are on September 11?

On September 11th there are the following famous birthdays:

  • Bear Bryant
    Bear Bryant (1913)

    Paul 'Bear' Bryant was a legendary American college football coach, best known for his tenure at the University of Alabama, where he led the...[Bio]

  • Renji Ishibashi
    Renji Ishibashi (1952)

    Renji Ishibashi is a prominent Japanese actor with a distinguished career spanning multiple decades, known for his versatile performances in...

  • Gwenlyn Cumyn
    Gwenlyn Cumyn (1987)

    Canadian actress known for her roles in various TV series and independent films, with a focus on dramatic and character-driven performances.

  • Virginia Madsen
    Virginia Madsen (1961)

    Virginia Madsen is an acclaimed American actress known for her Oscar-nominated role in 'Sideways' and memorable performances in horror films...

  • Lola Falana
    Lola Falana (1942)

    Lola Falana is a multi-talented African American performer known for her dynamic career in entertainment, spanning dance, music, television,...

  • Tyler Hoechlin
    Tyler Hoechlin (1987)

    American actor widely recognized for his roles in Teen Wolf and Superman & Lois, known for his portrayal of Superman/Clark Kent in the...

  • Shriya Saran
    Shriya Saran (1982)

    Shriya Saran is a prominent Indian actress and model who has made significant contributions to South Indian and Bollywood cinema, known for...

  • Kristy McNichol
    Kristy McNichol (1962)

    Emmy Award-winning actress known for her roles in 'Family' and 'Empty Nest', who was a prominent child and teen star in the 1970s and early...

  • Cathryn Damon
    Cathryn Damon (1930)

    American actress known for her role as Mary Campbell in the TV series 'Soap', a popular comedy series in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

  • Amy Madigan
    Amy Madigan (1950)

    American actress known for roles in films like 'Uncle Buck' and 'Twice in a Lifetime', with a notable career in Hollywood.

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Who died on September 11?

On September 11th the following celebrities died:

  • Mohammed Atta
    Mohammed Atta (2001)

    Mohammed Atta was an Egyptian national who became known as the operational leader and one of the hijackers of American Airlines Flight 11,...[Bio]

  • Kevin McCarthy
    Kevin McCarthy (2010)

    Renowned American actor famous for his iconic role in the sci-fi classic 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' and his Oscar-nominated...

  • John Ritter
    John Ritter (2003)

    John Ritter was an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Jack Tripper on the ABC sitcom 'Three's Company,' for which he won...[Bio]

  • Jessica Tandy
    Jessica Tandy (1994)

    Acclaimed British-American actress who won an Oscar at 80 for 'Driving Miss Daisy' and was a Broadway star.

  • Lorne Greene
    Lorne Greene (1987)

    Lorne Greene was a prominent Canadian actor best known for his iconic role as Ben Cartwright in the long-running Western television series...

  • Kim Hunter
    Kim Hunter (2002)

    Acclaimed American actress known for her Oscar-winning role in 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and her significant contribution to theater and...

  • Donald Sinden
    Donald Sinden (2014)

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

  • Paul Douglas
    Paul Douglas (1959)

    Paul Douglas was a prominent American actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Clash by Night', a notable performer in Hollywood's...

  • Alexis Arquette
    Alexis Arquette (2016)

    Transgender actress, musician, and performer known for her roles in independent films and her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.

  • Andy Whitfield
    Andy Whitfield (2011)

    Andy Whitfield was a Welsh actor best known for his breakthrough role as Spartacus in the critically acclaimed Starz television series.

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What day of the year is September 11?

September 11th marks the 254th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 255th in case of leap years).

There are 111 days remaining until the end of the year.

September 11th is the 11th day of the month of September.

What day of the week is September 11?

On September 11th, 2025 the day of the week is Thursday.

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What zodiac sign is associated with the day September 11?

The zodiac sign associated with September 11th is Virgo according to the Western Zodiac.

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