March 13: What Happened on This Day in History
March 13th marks the 72nd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 73rd in case of leap years). There are 293 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 13th in history, famous birthdays on March 13th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 13.
What happened on March 13?
Here's what happened on March 13th in history:
- 2013: A suicide bomber killed ten spectators, including the district police chief, at a gaming event in Kunduz, northern Afghanistan, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.
- 2006: Maureen Stapleton, a renowned American actress known for her powerful performances and Academy Award-winning roles, passed away at the age of 80.
- 1991: Exxon agrees to pay $1 billion in fines and cleanup costs for the devastating Exxon Valdez oil spill that occurred in Alaska in March 1989, marking a significant environmental accountability moment.
- 1987: Soviet ice dancers Natalia Bestemianova and Andrei Bukin won the Ice Dance Championship in Cincinnati, showcasing their exceptional skill and artistry in figure skating.
- 1986: Soviet space mission Soyuz T-15 successfully launches, carrying two cosmonauts to the Soviet space station Mir, advancing space exploration and research capabilities.
- 1984: Nanri Yuuka, a notable Japanese voice actress (seiyuu), was recognized on this date.
- 1983: Peter Stone's musical 'Woman of the Year' concludes its Broadway run at the Palace Theater in New York City after an impressive 770 performances.
- 1982: Elaine Zayak from the United States made history at the World Ladies' Figure Skating Championship by landing an unprecedented 6 triple jumps, revolutionizing women's figure skating and setting a new standard for athletic performance.
- 1978: Moluccan 'suicide commandos' staged a dramatic occupation of the Province house, creating a tense political standoff and highlighting ongoing tensions involving the Moluccan community in the Netherlands.
- 1975: Ivo Andrić, a prominent Serbo-Croatian writer and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate, passed away. Known for his significant contributions to literature, particularly his novel 'The Bridge on the Drina', Andrić was a key figure in 20th-century Yugoslav literature.
What famous birthdays are on March 13?
On March 13th there are the following famous birthdays:
![William Macy]()
William Macy (1950)Versatile movie actor known for his distinctive performances in independent and mainstream films.
![Kaya Scodelario]()
Kaya Scodelario (1992)Kaya Scodelario is a British actress known for her roles in 'Skins', 'The Maze Runner' film series, and 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men...
![Pascal Légitimus]()
Pascal Légitimus (1959)Pascal Légitimus is a renowned French comedian and actor, famous for being part of the comedy trio 'Les Inconnus' alongside Didier Bourdon...
![Deborah Raffin]()
Deborah Raffin (1953)American actress and producer known for her roles in films like 'Ransom and Demon' and '40 Carats', who passed away in 2012.
![Dana Delany]()
Dana Delany (1956)Emmy Award-winning actress known for her prominent roles in critically acclaimed television series like 'Desperate Housewives' and 'China...
![Julia Migenes]()
![Neil Sedaka]()
Neil Sedaka (1939)Renowned pop singer and pianist known for hit songs like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Calendar Girl' who was a significant figure in the...
![Danny Masterson]()
Danny Masterson (1976)American actor best known for his role in the popular sitcom 'That '70s Show' and later controversial legal issues.
![Pierre Niney]()
Pierre Niney (1989)Acclaimed French actor who was a member of the Comédie-Française and won multiple César Awards for his promising talent and outstanding...
![Joe Bugner]()
Joe Bugner (1950)Hungarian/British/Australian boxer who was European Champion in 1971, known for his significant boxing career across multiple countries.
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Who died on March 13?
On March 13th the following celebrities died:
![Maureen Stapleton]()
Maureen Stapleton (2006)Acclaimed American actress known for her powerful dramatic performances on Broadway and in film.
![William Hurt]()
William Hurt (2022)William Hurt was a critically acclaimed American actor who won an Academy Award and was known for powerful performances in dramatic films...
![Betsy Blair]()
Betsy Blair (2009)American actress known for her roles in film and stage during the mid-20th century, with a notable career spanning several decades.
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Clarence Darrow (1938)American lawyer, best known for his "scopes trial" in 1925, where he defended william jennings bryan.
- Ivo Andric (1975)
Nobel Prize-winning Yugoslav novelist known for works like 'The Bridge on the Drina'.
- Susan B. Anthony (1906)
Susan B. Anthony was a prominent figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United States.
- Hans von Ohain (1998)
Pioneering German-American aerospace engineer who developed the first operational jet engine, significantly contributing to aviation...
- Marvin Hagler (2021)
Legendary middleweight boxing champion who dominated the sport from 1976 to 1987, known for his incredible fighting skills and memorable...
- Alexander II (1881)
Alexander II was the Czar of Russia from 1855 to 1881, known for his emancipation of the serfs.
- Krzysztof Kieslowski (1996)
Renowned Polish film director known for masterpieces like 'Three Colors' trilogy and 'Dekalog', who significantly influenced art cinema...
What day of the year is March 13?
March 13th marks the 72nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 73rd in case of leap years).
There are 293 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 13th is the 13th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 13?
The zodiac sign associated with March 13th is Pisces according to the Western Zodiac.
