November 13: What Happened on This Day in History

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November 13th marks the 317th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 318th in case of leap years). There are 48 days remaining until the end of the year.

Discover what happened on November 13th in history, famous birthdays on November 13th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to November 13.

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What happened on November 13?

Here's what happened on November 13th in history:

  • 2020: The United Nations expressed serious concerns about potential war crimes committed during the ongoing conflict in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia, highlighting the escalating humanitarian crisis and potential international legal implications.
  • 2011: A bomb exploded in a donkey cart in Mastak, Pakistan, resulting in at least six fatalities and four injuries. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
  • 2010: Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao defeats Antonio Margarito, becoming the first boxer to win championships in eight different weight classes, a remarkable achievement in professional boxing history.
  • 2007: John Doherty was born in 1935, becoming a notable English football player of his era.
  • 2001: In a historic move following the September 11 terrorist attacks, US President George W. Bush signed an executive order establishing military tribunals to prosecute foreign nationals suspected of terrorism. This was the first such authorization since World War II, signaling a significant shift in the United States' legal approach to handling terrorist suspects during the War on Terrorism.
  • 1999: In a highly anticipated boxing match, Lennox Lewis defeated Evander Holyfield by unanimous decision after 12 intense rounds, unifying the heavyweight championship and solidifying his status as the world's top heavyweight boxer. This victory was a pivotal moment in Lewis's career, demonstrating his technical skill and dominance in the ring.
  • 1998: During the Iraq disarmament crisis, U.S. President Bill Clinton prepared to order airstrikes against Iraq but ultimately called them off after Iraq promised to 'unconditionally' cooperate with the United Nations Special Commission (UNSCOM).
  • 1996: The theatrical production of 'Three Sisters' concludes its run at the historic Lunt-Fontanne Theater in New York City, marking the end of a significant theatrical performance.
  • 1993: A significant 7.1 magnitude seaquake occurred east of the Kamchatka Peninsula, potentially causing oceanic and geological disturbances in the region.
  • 1973: Remembrance of Lila Lee, an American actress born in 1901, marking her historical significance in early 20th-century cinema.
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What famous birthdays are on November 13?

On November 13th there are the following famous birthdays:

  • Whoopi Goldberg
    Whoopi Goldberg (1949)

    Whoopi Goldberg is an acclaimed American actress, comedian, author, and television host.[Bio]

  • Gerard Butler
    Gerard Butler (1969)

    Gerard Butler is a renowned Scottish actor who transitioned from law to entertainment, gaining international fame through roles in films...

  • Jimmy Kimmel
    Jimmy Kimmel (1967)

    Jimmy Kimmel is a renowned American late-night talk show host, comedian, and television personality known for his popular show 'Jimmy Kimmel...

  • Juhi Chawla
    Juhi Chawla (1967)

    Juhi Chawla is a prominent Bollywood actress who rose to fame in the late 1980s and 1990s, starring in numerous critically acclaimed and...

  • Takuya Kimura
    Takuya Kimura (1972)

    Takuya Kimura is a Japanese actor, singer, and radio personality who rose to fame as a member of the boy band SMAP, one of Japan's most...[Bio]

  • Chris Noth
    Chris Noth (1954)

    Prominent American actor known for his iconic roles in television series like Law & Order and Sex and the City, with a significant career...

  • Monique Coleman
    Monique Coleman (1980)

    Monique Coleman is an American actress best known for her role as Taylor McKessie in the High School Musical film series, which gained her...

  • Jean Seberg
    Jean Seberg (1938)

    Iconic American actress known for her breakthrough role in 'Saint Joan' and her memorable performance in Jean-Luc Godard's 'Breathless'.

  • Linda Christian
    Linda Christian (1923)

    Mexican-American actress known for her roles in films like Athena and Battle Zone during the mid-20th century.

  • Frances Conroy
    Frances Conroy (1953)

    Renowned American actress known for her roles in television series like 'Six Feet Under' and 'American Horror Story'.

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Who died on November 13?

On November 13th the following celebrities died:

  • Edwige Feuillère
    Edwige Feuillère (1998)

    Renowned French stage and film actress who was a prominent figure in 20th-century French theater and cinema.

  • Valerie Hobson
    Valerie Hobson (1998)

    British actress known for her roles in classic films like 'Great Expectations' and 'The 39 Steps', who was a prominent figure in mid-20th...

  • Peggy Mount
    Peggy Mount (2001)

    Peggy Mount was a prominent English character actress known for her comedic roles in theater, film, and television during the mid-20th...

  • Dorothy Arnold
    Dorothy Arnold (1984)

    Actress (house of fear phantom creeps), who dies at 66.

  • Robert Stephens
    Robert Stephens (1995)

    Actor (chaplin qb vii, cleopatra), is killed at 64.

  • Cyril Poitier
    Cyril Poitier (1991)

    Actor, uptown saturday night, dies from cancer at 80.

  • Peter Sutcliffe
    Peter Sutcliffe (2020)

    Peter Sutcliffe, known as the Yorkshire Ripper, was a notorious serial killer who murdered multiple women in Northern England during the...

  • Vittorio de Sica
    Vittorio de Sica (1974)

    Renowned Italian film director and actor, famous for neorealist cinema and critically acclaimed films like 'Bicycle Thieves' and 'Umberto...

  • Eddie Guerrero
    Eddie Guerrero (2005)

    Legendary WWE professional wrestler known for his charismatic performances and technical skills, who tragically died in 2005 at the height...

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What day of the year is November 13?

November 13th marks the 317th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 318th in case of leap years).

There are 48 days remaining until the end of the year.

November 13th is the 13th day of the month of November.

What day of the week is November 13?

On November 13th, 2025 the day of the week is Thursday.

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What zodiac sign is associated with the day November 13?

The zodiac sign associated with November 13th is Scorpio according to the Western Zodiac.

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