Famous people born on this day include Nadia Ryann. In UK Colourblind by Darius was in the top 5 hits. Frida, directed by Julie Taymor, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2002. A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 2002.

The US president was Bill Clinton (Democratic). In UK 7 Days by Craig David was in the top 5 hits. The Art of War, directed by Christian Duguay, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2000. The Day John Died by Christopher Andersen was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 2000.

Famous people born on this day include Brian Whittaker. In that special week people in US were listening to Genie In A Bottle by Christina Aguilera. The Astronaut's Wife, directed by Rand Ravich, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1999. The First World War by John Keegan was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1999.

Famous people born on this day include Jade Chynoweth. In UK No Matter What by Boyzone was in the top 5 hits. Rounders, directed by John Dahl, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1998. Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution by Robert C. Atkins was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1998.

Famous people born on this day include Cole LaBrant. In that special week people in US were listening to Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio. Carpool, directed by Arthur Hiller, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1996. Exclusive by Sandra Brown was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1996.

Famous people born on this day include Liana Liberato. In UK Never Forget by Take That was in the top 5 hits. Lord of Illusions, directed by Clive Barker, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1995. To Renew America by Newt Gingrich was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1995.

Famous people born on this day include Jacqueline Emerson. In that special week people in US were listening to Stay by Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories. Heaven Help Us, directed by Michael Dinner, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1994. Politically Correct Bedtime Stories by James Finn Garner was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1994.

Famous people born on this day include Michael Evans. In that special week people in US were listening to Can't Help Falling In Love by UB40. The Thing Called Love, directed by Peter Bogdanovich, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1993. Secret Ceremonies by Deborah Laake was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1993.

The US president was George H. W. Bush (Republican). Famous people born on this day include RJ Mitte. In UK Rhythm Is A Dancer by Snap! was in the top 5 hits. The Last of the Mohicans, directed by Michael Mann, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1992. Truman by David McCullough was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1992.

Famous people born on this day include Jesse James Rutherford. In that special week people in US were listening to (Everything I Do) I Do It For You by Bryan Adams. Dead Again, directed by Kenneth Branagh, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1991. Beast by Peter Benchley was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1991.

Famous people born on this day include Bo Burnham. In that special week people in US were listening to Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey. After Dark, My Sweet, directed by James Foley, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1990. Dark Angel by Sally Beauman was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1990.

Famous people born on this day include Hayden Panettiere. In UK Swing The Mood by Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers was in the top 5 hits. The Package, directed by Andrew Davis, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1989. The Negotiator by Frederick Forsyth was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1989.

The US president was Ronald Reagan (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Robert Lewandowski. In UK The Only Way Is Up by Yazz & The Plastic Population was in the top 5 hits. Hero and the Terror, directed by William Tannen, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1988. Shining Through by Susan Isaacs was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1988.

Famous people born on this day include Cody Kasch. In UK La Bamba by Los Lobos was in the top 5 hits. End of the Line, directed by Jay Russell, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1987. Weep No More, My Lady by Mary Higgins Clark was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1987.

Famous people born on this day include Usain Bolt. In UK The Lady In Red by Chris De Burgh was in the top 5 hits. River's Edge, directed by Tim Hunter, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1986. Fatherhood by Bill Cosby was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1986.

Famous people born on this day include Nicolás Almagro. In that special week people in US were listening to Shout by Tears For Fears. American Ninja, directed by Sam Firstenberg, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1985. Skeleton Crew by Stephen King was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1985.

Famous people born on this day include Alizée (singer). In UK Careless Whisper by George Michael was in the top 5 hits. Old Enough, directed by Marisa Silver, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1984. Past Imperfect by Joan Collins was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1984.

Famous people born on this day include Brody Jenner. In that special week people in US were listening to Every Breath You Take by The Police. Revenge of the Dead, directed by Pupi Avati, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1983. August by Judith Rossner was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1983.

Famous people born on this day include Francisco Vallejo Pons. In that special week people in US were listening to Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor. Superstition, directed by James W. Roberson, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1982. Friday by Robert A. Heinlein was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1982.

Famous people born on this day include Mike Candys. In UK Green Door by Shakin' Stevens was in the top 5 hits. Body Heat, directed by Lawrence Kasdan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1981. Cujo by Stephen King was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1981.

The US president was Jimmy Carter (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Jon Lajoie. In that special week people in US were listening to Magic by Olivia Newton-John. He Knows You're Alone, directed by Armand Mastroianni, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1980. The Real War by Richard Nixon was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1980.

Famous people born on this day include Kelis . In UK I Don't Like Mondays by The Boomtown Rats was in the top 5 hits. Kaala Patthar, directed by Yash Chopra, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1979. Class Reunion by Rona Jaffe was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1979.

The US president was Gerald Ford (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Thibaut Gagnoud. In UK Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John & Kiki Dee was in the top 5 hits. J.D.'s Revenge, directed by Arthur Marks, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1976. Trinity by Leon Uris was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1976.

Famous people born on this day include Alicia Witt. In that special week people in US were listening to Jive Talkin' by Bee Gees. Strip Nude for Your Killer, directed by Andrea Bianchi, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1975. The Bermuda Triangle by Charles Berlitz was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1975.

Famous people born on this day include Amy Fisher. In that special week people in US were listening to The Night Chicago Died by Paper Lace. Amazing Grace, directed by Stan Lathan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1974. Cashelmara by Susan Howatch was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1974.

The US president was Richard Nixon (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Sergey Brin. In that special week people in US were listening to Touch Me In The Morning by Diana Ross. The Lonely Woman, directed by Francisco Rovira Beleta, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1973.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1973.

Famous people born on this day include Paul Zerdin. In UK School's Out by Alice Cooper was in the top 5 hits. Blacula, directed by William Crain, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1972. O Jerusalem! by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1972.

Famous people born on this day include Liam Howlett. In UK I'm Still Waiting by Diana Ross was in the top 5 hits. A Gunfight, directed by Lamont Johnson, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1971. The New Centurions by Joseph Wambaugh was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1971.

Famous people born on this day include Craig Counsell. In that special week people in US were listening to (They Long To Be) Close To You by Carpenters. House of Dark Shadows, directed by Dan Curtis, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1970. Such Good Friends by Lois Gould was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1970.

Famous people born on this day include Bruce Anstey. In UK Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones was in the top 5 hits. Porcile, directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1969. The Goodbye Look by Ross MacDonald was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1969.

The US president was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Dina Carroll. In UK Mony Mony by Tommy James & The Shondells was in the top 5 hits. How Sweet It Is!, directed by Jerry Paris, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1968. The Confessions of Nat Turner by William Styron was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1968.

Famous people born on this day include Carrie-Anne Moss. In UK San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair) by Scott Mckenzie was in the top 5 hits. The Trip, directed by Roger Corman, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1967. Night Falls On The City by Sarah Gainham was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1967.

Famous people born on this day include John Wetteland. In UK With A Girl Like You by Troggs was in the top 5 hits. Follow Me, Boys!, directed by Norman Tokar, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1966. Tell No Man by Adela Rogers St. Johns was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1966.

Famous people born on this day include Leon Parker. In UK Help! by The Beatles was in the top 5 hits. Spare a Copper, directed by John Paddy Carstairs, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1965. Is Paris Burning? by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1965.

The US president was John F. Kennedy (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Mohammed VI of Morocco. In that special week people in US were listening to Fingertips - Pt 2 by Little Stevie Wonder. The Gun Hawk, directed by Edward Ludwig, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1963. My Darling Clementine by Jack Fishman was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1963.

Famous people born on this day include Jeff Stryker. In UK I Remember You by Frank Ifield was in the top 5 hits. The Slave, directed by Sergio Corbucci, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1962. Ship of Fools by Katherine Anne Porter was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1962.

The US president was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Marie-Christine Dorner. In that special week people in US were listening to It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley. Mr. Citizen by Harry S. Truman was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1960.

Famous people born on this day include Monte Pederson. In that special week people in US were listening to Poor Little Fool by Ricky Nelson. The Hunters, directed by Dick Powell, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1958. Anatomy of a Murder by Robert Traver was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1958.

Famous people born on this day include Tignous . In that special week people in US were listening to (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley. The Long Haul, directed by Ken Hughes, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1957. The Organization Man by William H. Whyte Jr was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1957.

The US president was Harry S. Truman (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Joe Strummer. Penny Princess, directed by Val Guest, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1952. My Cousin Rachel by Daphne du Maurier was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 21 August 1952.