October 13: What Happened on This Day in History
October 13th marks the 286th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 287th in case of leap years). There are 79 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on October 13th in history, famous birthdays on October 13th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to October 13.
What happened on October 13?
Here's what happened on October 13th in history:
- 2022: The United Nations General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to condemn Russia's illegal annexation of four Ukrainian regions. With a decisive vote of 143 countries in favor, 5 against, and 35 abstentions, the resolution called for Moscow to immediately reverse its territorial takeover. This vote represented the strongest international condemnation of Russia's actions since its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
- 2019: Kenyan runner Brigid Kosgei made history by setting a new world record in the women's marathon, completing the 2019 Chicago Marathon in an extraordinary time of 2:14:04. Her performance broke Paula Radcliffe's long-standing 16-year-old record, marking a significant milestone in women's long-distance running.
- 2009: Al Martino, a renowned American singer and actor who was a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, passed away. Born in 1927, Martino was known for his contributions to music and film.
- 2007: Bob Denard, a notorious French mercenary who was active in Africa since 1961 and led four coups in the Comoros between 1975 and 1995, passed away at age 78.
- 2005: Commemorating Vivian Malone Jones, a significant American civil rights activist who was born in 1942 and played a crucial role in desegregation efforts.
- 2003: Bertram Brockhouse, a distinguished Canadian physicist who was awarded the Nobel Prize, passed away. Born in 1918, he made significant contributions to the field of physics.
- 1980: On October 13, 1980, a tragic incident of racial violence occurred in Buffalo, New York, where six African American individuals were victims of unprovoked murders, highlighting the ongoing racial tensions and hate crimes in the United States during this period.
- 1979: Rebecca Clarke, a pioneering English composer and accomplished violist, passed away. Clarke was a significant figure in early 20th-century classical music, known for her innovative compositions and contributions to chamber music. As a female composer in a male-dominated era, she broke significant barriers in the classical music world.
- 1974: Joseph Utsler, better known as Violent J, was born. He would later become a founding member of the hip-hop group Insane Clown Posse, known for their distinctive horrorcore rap style.
- 1972: The theatrical production "Hurry, Harry" closes at the Ritz Theater in New York City after just two performances, a brief and unremarkable run in the Broadway theater scene.
What famous birthdays are on October 13?
On October 13th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Jerry Jones (1942)Jerry Jones is an iconic American sports businessman who transformed the Dallas Cowboys franchise after purchasing it in 1989.
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Ashok Kumar (1911)Legendary Indian actor, singer, and producer who was a pioneering figure in Bollywood's golden era, known for his versatile performances...
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Sacha Baron Cohen (1971)Sacha Baron Cohen is a renowned English comedian and actor famous for creating satirical and provocative characters like Ali G, Borat, and...
![Kelly Preston]()
Kelly Preston (1962)Kelly Preston was an accomplished American actress known for her memorable roles in popular films like 'Jerry Maguire' and 'Twins', and was...
![Lenny Bruce]()
Lenny Bruce (1925)Groundbreaking comedian who revolutionized stand-up comedy with his provocative and satirical style, challenging social norms and pushing...
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Kate Walsh (1967)Kate Walsh is a prominent American actress known for her memorable roles in medical drama television series Grey's Anatomy and its spin-off...
![Robert Walker]()
Robert Walker (1918)American actor known for World War II era films like 'Bataan' and 'Since You Went Away', who struggled with personal challenges including...
![Pamela Tiffin]()
Pamela Tiffin (1942)Pamela Tiffin was a prominent American actress of the 1960s, known for her film debut in 'Summer and Smoke' (1961) and her Broadway...
![Laraine Day]()
Laraine Day (1917)Prominent Hollywood actress known for her roles in film noir and classic movies during the 1930s and 1940s, including notable performances...
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Philippe Torreton (1965)Philippe Torreton is a prominent French actor known for his versatile performances in cinema and theater, with numerous critically acclaimed...
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Who died on October 13?
On October 13th the following celebrities died:
![Kishore Kumar]()
Kishore Kumar (1987)Legendary Indian playback singer and actor who revolutionized Bollywood music, known for his versatile voice and comedic acting skills in...
![Jean Peters]()
Jean Peters (2000)Jean Peters was a prominent Hollywood actress of the 1950s, known for her roles in films like 'Viva Zapata' and 'Three Coins in the...
![Gary Collins]()
Gary Collins (2012)American television host and actor who won a Daytime Emmy Award in 1984 for hosting 'Hour Magazine'.
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- Bhumibol Adulyadej (2016)
Bhumibol Adulyadej, also known as Rama IX, was the King of Thailand from 1946 to 2016, making him the world's longest-reigning monarch at...
- Louise Glück (2023)
Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet renowned for her profound, introspective poetry that explores personal and universal themes with...
- Ed Sullivan (1974)
Legendary television host of 'The Ed Sullivan Show', a groundbreaking variety program that introduced many iconic performers to American...
- Alice Neel (1984)
Alice Neel was a prominent American portrait painter known for her emotionally charged and psychologically penetrating works that captured...
What day of the year is October 13?
October 13th marks the 286th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 287th in case of leap years).
There are 79 days remaining until the end of the year.
October 13th is the 13th day of the month of October.
What day of the week is October 13?
On October 13th, 2025 the day of the week is Monday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day October 13?
The zodiac sign associated with October 13th is Libra according to the Western Zodiac.
