November 14: What Happened on This Day in History
November 14th marks the 318th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 319th in case of leap years). There are 47 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on November 14th in history, famous birthdays on November 14th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to November 14.
What happened on November 14?
Here's what happened on November 14th in history:
- 2020: Pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and BioNTech announced a groundbreaking COVID-19 vaccine with an impressive 90% efficacy rate, offering hope in the global fight against the pandemic.
- 2011: Coronation Street becomes the first prime-time television show in the United Kingdom to incorporate product placement after signing a deal with Nationwide Building Society. In a notable episode, a Nationwide cash machine was prominently featured.
- 2010: After two years in captivity, journalist Abdul Khaliq Farahi is freed by unidentified gunmen, highlighting ongoing security challenges in conflict regions.
- 2007: High Speed 1, the high-speed railway line connecting London to the Channel Tunnel, officially opens for commercial passenger service, significantly improving transportation links between the United Kingdom and continental Europe.
- 2001: Afghan Northern Alliance fighters successfully take control of Kabul during the early stages of the U.S.-led intervention in Afghanistan, marking a significant turning point in the conflict against the Taliban regime.
- 1998: On November 14, 1998, model and actress Carmen Electra married professional basketball player Dennis Rodman in a spontaneous ceremony at the Little Chapel of the Flowers in Las Vegas, Nevada. The high-profile marriage was characteristic of Rodman's flamboyant public persona and the celebrity culture of the late 1990s. Their union was notably brief, with the marriage lasting only a few months before being annulled.
- 1996: The musical 'Chicago' premiered at the Richard Rodgers Theater in New York City, marking a significant moment in Broadway theater history.
- 1993: The critically acclaimed play 'Kentucky Cycle' by Robert Schenkkan opened at the Royale Theater in New York City, marking a significant moment in contemporary American theater. The play, which spans 200 years of Appalachian history, ran for 34 performances and explored complex themes of family, land, and generational conflict.
- 1973: Canada begins minting commemorative coins for the upcoming Olympic Games, showcasing national pride and preparing for the international sporting event.
- 1972: A historic milestone in financial markets occurred when the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 1,000 points for the first time, reaching 1,003.16. This moment symbolized growing economic confidence and marked a significant threshold in stock market performance during the early 1970s.
What famous birthdays are on November 14?
On November 14th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Joseph Simmons (1964)Joseph Simmons, also known as Run, is a pioneering rapper and founding member of Run-D.
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Louise Brooks (1906)Pioneering American actress of the silent film era, Louise Brooks was a cultural icon who revolutionized cinema with her distinctive style...
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Veronica Lake (1922)Veronica Lake was a prominent Hollywood actress of the 1940s, famous for her film noir roles and distinctive hairstyle that became an iconic...
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Dick Powell (1904)Versatile Hollywood star who successfully transitioned from musical performer to dramatic actor and film director, known for his roles in...
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Frances Conroy (1953)Frances Conroy is an acclaimed American actress known for her critically acclaimed roles in the HBO drama series Six Feet Under and the...
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Josh Duhamel (1972)Josh Duhamel is a prominent American actor known for his leading roles in the Transformers film series and the popular TV show Las Vegas,...
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Antonio Flores (1961)Spanish singer-songwriter and actor known for his significant contributions to Spanish music and entertainment in the late 20th century.
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Ray Sharkey (1952)American actor known for roles in crime and drama films like 'Wise Guys' and 'Wired', who was a prominent performer in the 1980s and early...
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Brock Pierce (1980)American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and former child actor known for his work in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
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Laura San Giacomo (1962)Laura San Giacomo is an accomplished American actress known for her roles in films like 'Pretty Woman' and the TV series 'Just Shoot Me!'.
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Who died on November 14?
On November 14th the following celebrities died:
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Joseph Bernardin (1996)Influential American Catholic Cardinal who was a key moral leader in the Chicago Archdiocese.
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Warren Mitchell (2015)Renowned English actor and screenwriter known for his versatile roles in television and film, with a career spanning several decades.
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- Gottfried Leibniz (1716)
German philosopher, mathematician, and polymath, who is one of the most influential intellectuals in Western history.
- Eddie Arcaro (1997)
Eddie Arcaro was an iconic American horse racing jockey, widely considered the greatest of all time.
- Gwen Ifill (2016)
Gwen Ifill was a pioneering African American journalist who significantly influenced political reporting, serving as moderator of PBS...
- Joshua Slocum (1909)
Joshua Slocum was a Canadian-American author and sailor who was the first person to sail single-handedly around the world.
- Glen A. Larson (2014)
Prominent American television producer and screenwriter best known for creating the original Battlestar Galactica series and developing...
- Richard Addinsell (1977)
Richard Addinsell was a notable English composer known for his film and stage music, particularly famous for his Warsaw Concerto and...
- Jack Pickersgill (1997)
Jack Pickersgill was a prominent Canadian civil servant and politician who served as the 35th Secretary of State for Canada.
What day of the year is November 14?
November 14th marks the 318th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 319th in case of leap years).
There are 47 days remaining until the end of the year.
November 14th is the 14th day of the month of November.
What day of the week is November 14?
On November 14th, 2025 the day of the week is Friday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day November 14?
The zodiac sign associated with November 14th is Scorpio according to the Western Zodiac.
