April 21: What Happened on This Day in History
April 21st marks the 111th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 112th in case of leap years). There are 254 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 21st in history, famous birthdays on April 21st, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 21.
What happened on April 21?
Here's what happened on April 21st in history:
- 2023: The ongoing conflict in Sudan escalated with international diplomatic tensions. The Belgian head of the EU humanitarian mission, Wim Fransen, was shot in Khartoum. Multiple countries, including Indonesia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland, initiated emergency evacuation protocols for their citizens amid increasing violence and instability.
- 2018: Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations, announced that diplomats would request a UN investigation into the ongoing violence at the Gaza border.
- 2015: During the ongoing Somali Civil War, a deadly explosion at a restaurant in Mogadishu killed at least 4 people and injured 10 others, highlighting the continued instability in the region.
- 2012: The Bahraini uprising intensified with widespread demonstrations against the ruling regime, marked by significant civil unrest and government suppression of protesters.
- 1997: A 126-day hostage crisis at the Japanese ambassador's residence in Lima, Peru, concluded when government commandos stormed the building. The operation resulted in the rescue of 71 hostages, with one hostage dying of a heart attack. Two soldiers were killed by rebel fire, and all 14 Tupac Amaru rebels were eliminated.
- 1992: Vladimir Cyrillovich, the last male dynastic heir of the Russian Imperial Romanov family and a pretender to the Russian throne, passed away at the age of 74. His death marked a significant moment in the history of the Russian monarchist movement.
- 1989: George W. Bush and Edward W. Rose become CEOs of the Texas Rangers baseball team, a significant moment in Bush's pre-political business career.
- 1984: After an impressive 37-week run, Michael Jackson's groundbreaking 'Thriller' album is replaced as the top album by the 'Footloose' movie soundtrack.
- 1982: Dr. Michael E. DeBakey, a pioneering cardiovascular surgeon, performed a groundbreaking successful heart implant, marking a significant milestone in medical history and cardiac surgical techniques.
- 1976: Non-epidemic swine flu vaccine entered initial testing phase, marking an important step in preventive medical research and potential public health preparedness.
What famous birthdays are on April 21?
On April 21st there are the following famous birthdays:
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Elizabeth II (1926)Elizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.
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Tony Danza (1951)Tony Danza is an iconic American actor and television personality, famous for his starring roles in popular sitcoms 'Taxi' and 'Who's the...
![James McAvoy]()
James McAvoy (1979)Acclaimed Scottish actor known for prominent roles in X-Men series, fantasy films like Chronicles of Narnia, and critically acclaimed movies...
![Iggy Pop]()
Iggy Pop (1947)Iconic punk rock musician and frontman of The Stooges, known for his revolutionary stage performances and influential music career spanning...
![Andie MacDowell]()
Andie MacDowell (1958)Andie MacDowell is an acclaimed American actress known for her memorable roles in romantic comedies and dramas, particularly in 'Groundhog...
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Claire Denis (1948)Renowned French film director known for her distinctive and innovative cinematic style, particularly in art house and independent cinema.
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John Mortimer (1923)Renowned British writer, playwright, and barrister famous for creating the beloved character Rumpole of the Bailey and advocating for civil...
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles Grodin (1935)Renowned American actor, comedian, and talk show host known for his deadpan humor and memorable roles in films like 'Midnight Run' and...
![Christian Coma]()
Christian Coma (1985)Christian Coma is a professional rock drummer, best known as a founding member of the alternative rock band Black Veil Brides, which gained...
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Rollo May (1909)Rollo May was a prominent American existential psychologist who significantly influenced humanistic psychology through his groundbreaking...
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Who died on April 21?
On April 21st the following celebrities died:
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Nina Simone (2003)Nina Simone was a groundbreaking African American singer, pianist, and civil rights activist who blended multiple musical genres including...
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Ursula Jeans (1973)British actress known for her work in early to mid-20th century cinema, with a notable performance in the film 'I Lived with You'.
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- Mark Twain (1910)
Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...
- Jean-François Lyotard (1998)
Influential French post-structuralist philosopher and literary theorist, best known for his groundbreaking work on postmodernism,...
- Prince (musician) (2016)
Prince was a legendary musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who revolutionized pop, rock, and funk music with his...
- Mary McGrory (2004)
Renowned Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who covered major political events for over five decades, providing critical insights into...
- Elisabeth Sladen (2011)
Renowned British actress best known for her iconic role as Sarah Jane Smith in the BBC science fiction series Doctor Who, spanning multiple...
- Win Tin (2014)
Prominent Burmese journalist and politician who co-founded the National League for Democracy, a key opposition party in Myanmar's struggle...
What day of the year is April 21?
April 21st marks the 111th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 112th in case of leap years).
There are 254 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 21st is the 21st day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 21?
The zodiac sign associated with April 21st is Taurus according to the Western Zodiac.
