February 13: What Happened on This Day in History
February 13th marks the 44th day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 321 days (322 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on February 13th in history, famous birthdays on February 13th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to February 13.
What happened on February 13?
Here's what happened on February 13th in history:
- 2021: A catastrophic winter storm swept through Texas and northern Mexico, causing widespread power blackouts and resulting in at least 82 fatalities. The extreme weather event exposed critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and led to significant humanitarian challenges.
- 2008: Kon Ichikawa, a renowned Japanese film director who significantly influenced Japanese cinema, passed away. Known for his innovative storytelling and visual style, Ichikawa was a pivotal figure in post-World War II Japanese film industry.
- 2002: Legendary American country music singer and songwriter Waylon Jennings died on February 13, 2002, at the age of 64. A key figure in the outlaw country music movement, Jennings was known for his distinctive voice and influential musical career.
- 2000: On February 13, 2000, the final Peanuts comic strip was published in newspapers worldwide, marking the end of a legendary comic series created by Charles M. Schulz. This 17,897th installment came just one day after Schulz's death, symbolically concluding a remarkable 50-year run that had profoundly influenced popular culture and comic art.
- 1995: A United Nations tribunal formally charged 21 Bosnian Serb military commanders with genocide and crimes against humanity, marking a significant moment in international justice for war crimes committed during the Balkan conflicts.
- 1994: The Eastern Conference defeated the Western Conference 127-118 in the 44th NBA All-Star Game, held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This annual showcase of basketball's top talent highlighted the league's premier players and their exceptional skills.
- 1990: Boston Celtics star Larry Bird's remarkable 71-game consecutive free throw streak comes to an end, highlighting his exceptional basketball performance.
- 1985: The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 1,297.92, marking a significant milestone in financial markets after briefly touching 1,300 points earlier in the trading session. This record high reflected growing investor confidence and economic optimism during the mid-1980s.
- 1981: The New York Times published its longest sentence, spanning an impressive 1,286 words. This linguistic feat highlighted the newspaper's commitment to detailed and comprehensive reporting.
- 1977: The Broadway revival of Frank Loesser's iconic musical 'Guys & Dolls' concluded its run at the Broadway Theater in New York City after 239 performances, marking the end of a notable theatrical production.
What famous birthdays are on February 13?
On February 13th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Robbie Williams (1974)Iconic British pop singer known for his successful solo career and membership in Take That.
![Kasumi Arimura]()
Kasumi Arimura (1993)Prominent Japanese actress with significant roles in contemporary cinema and television, known for her versatility and popularity in...
![Peter Tork]()
Peter Tork (1942)Peter Tork was an iconic American musician and actor, best known as a member of the groundbreaking 1960s pop group The Monkees, who...
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Henry Rollins (1961)Influential American punk rock singer, spoken word artist, writer, and actor known for his work with the band Black Flag and his intense...
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Susan Oliver (1932)Susan Oliver was a prominent American actress known for her extensive television work from the mid-1950s to mid-1970s.
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Oliver Reed (1938)Iconic British actor known for his powerful screen presence and memorable roles in classic films like 'The Three Musketeers' and 'Women in...
![Kim Novak]()
Kim Novak (1933)Iconic Hollywood actress of the 1950s and 1960s, known for her stunning beauty and memorable roles in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Vertigo' and other...
![George Segal]()
George Segal (1934)Versatile American actor and musician known for Oscar-nominated performance in 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf' and numerous comedic and...
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Stockard Channing (1944)Stockard Channing is a renowned American actress famous for her iconic roles in 'Grease' and the critically acclaimed TV series 'The West...
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Jerry Springer (1944)Jerry Springer was a controversial British-American talk show host known for his sensationalist television program that often featured...
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Who died on February 13?
On February 13th the following celebrities died:
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Martin Balsam (1996)Martin Balsam was a renowned American character actor with a distinguished career spanning theater, television, and film.
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David Janssen (1980)David Janssen was a prominent American actor known for his extensive work in television and film, appearing in over 100 productions.
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Mae Marsh (1968)American actress who started in silent film and continued acting until her retirement in 1967.
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- Richard Wagner (1883)
German poet and composer who was controversially fascinating and a genius in the european artistic scene.
- Antonin Scalia (2016)
Antonin Scalia was a prominent American Supreme Court Justice known for his conservative judicial philosophy and intellectual prowess.
- Waylon Jennings (2002)
Legendary country-western outlaw musician who revolutionized the genre with Willie Nelson, creating a more authentic and rock-influenced...
- Nikolay Bogolyubov (1992)
Renowned Ukrainian-Russian mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to quantum field theory, statistical mechanics,...
- André Beaufre (1975)
French military strategist and NATO chief of staff who was a prominent army general known for his strategic thinking and military history...
What day of the year is February 13?
February 13th marks the 44th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 321 days remaining until the end of the year (or 322 days in case of leap years).
February 13th is the 13th day of the month of February.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day February 13?
The zodiac sign associated with February 13th is Aquarius according to the Western Zodiac.
