April 22: What Happened on This Day in History
April 22nd marks the 112th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 113th in case of leap years). There are 253 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 22nd in history, famous birthdays on April 22nd, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 22.
What happened on April 22?
Here's what happened on April 22nd in history:
- 2023: A devastating day in Mali saw a triple suicide bombing outside the airport in Sévaré, Mopti Region, resulting in at least nine civilian deaths and 60 injuries. Simultaneously, a Malian Air Force attack helicopter crashed into a residential area of Bamako while returning from counter-jihadist operations near the Mauritanian border, killing three crew members and injuring six civilians on the ground.
- 2018: During the 2018 Gaza border protests, rival Hamas and Fatah members clashed at a condolence tent for Mohammed Ayoub, a 14-year-old killed during the protests. Hamas later dismantled the tent and ordered everyone to leave.
- 2015: A deadly tribal dispute between the Tapamu and Wapiago clans in Hela Province resulted in ten fatalities, highlighting ongoing inter-clan tensions and violence in the region.
- 2012: Ongoing protests against the Bahraini government intensify, with civilians challenging the ruling Al Khalifa monarchy and demanding political reforms.
- 1997: Baroness Seear, a prominent figure in the United Kingdom Liberal Party, reaches a significant personal milestone, having been born in 1913.
- 1992: The High Rollers Social & Pleasure Club in New York City concluded its operations after 14 performances, marking the end of a local entertainment venue.
- 1989: "Welcome to the Club" concluded its brief run at the Music Box Theater in New York City after just 12 performances, reflecting the challenging and competitive nature of Broadway theater productions.
- 1984: Amelle Berrabah, a British singer best known for her membership in the popular pop group Sugababes, was born on this date. She would later become an influential figure in the UK music scene during the mid-2000s.
- 1982: Space Shuttle STS-3 mission launched with astronauts Jack Lousma and C. Gordon Fullerton aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia, marking another milestone in NASA's early Space Shuttle program.
- 1976: Barbara Walters becomes the first female anchor to host a nightly network news program, marking a significant milestone for women in broadcast journalism.
What famous birthdays are on April 22?
On April 22nd there are the following famous birthdays:
![Jack Nicholson]()
Jack Nicholson (1937)Legendary Hollywood actor known for iconic roles in films like 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' and 'The Shining'.
![Amber Heard]()
Amber Heard (1986)Amber Heard is an American actress known for her prominent roles in Hollywood films like Aquaman and The Rum Diary, and her high-profile...
![Patti LuPone]()
Patti LuPone (1949)Patti LuPone is a renowned Broadway and musical theater actress, celebrated for her powerful performances and iconic roles like Eva Perón in...
![Glen Campbell]()
Glen Campbell (1936)Legendary country music singer and guitarist who was a prominent figure in the Nashville music scene during the 1960s and 1970s.
![Machine Kelly]()
Machine Kelly (1990)Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) is a prominent American rapper, singer, and actor known for his dynamic rap style, crossover into rock music, and...
![Jeffrey Dean Morgan]()
Jeffrey Dean Morgan (1966)Jeffrey Dean Morgan is a prominent American actor known for his intense and charismatic roles in popular TV series like 'The Walking Dead'...
![François Berléand]()
François Berléand (1952)Renowned French theater and film actor known for his roles in 'The Transporter' film series and 'Chorus'.
![Andie MacDowell]()
Andie MacDowell (1958)Andie MacDowell is a renowned American actress and model who gained international recognition for her memorable roles in romantic comedies...
![Eddie Albert]()
Eddie Albert (1908)Eddie Albert was a renowned American actor and performer, best known for his starring role in the popular sitcom Green Acres and as a...
![Johnnie To]()
Johnnie To (1955)Renowned Hong Kong film director known for stylish action and crime movies, a significant figure in contemporary Asian cinema who has...
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Who died on April 22?
On April 22nd the following celebrities died:
![Richard Nixon]()
Richard Nixon (1994)37th President of the United States who served from 1969 to 1974, known for his significant political career, foreign policy achievements,...
![Shirley Knight]()
Shirley Knight (2020)Acclaimed American actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and theater, winning multiple awards including an Emmy and two...
![Alida Valli]()
Alida Valli (2006)Renowned Italian actress of international fame, Alida Valli was a prominent figure in European cinema during the mid-20th century.
![Will Geer]()
Will Geer (1978)American actor best known for his role as Grandpa Zebulon Tyler Walton in the popular TV series 'The Waltons', which aired from 1972 to...
![Jane Froman]()
Jane Froman (1980)Jane Froman was a renowned American singer, actress, and entertainer who became famous in the 1930s and 1940s.
![Erma Bombeck]()
Erma Bombeck (1996)Beloved American humorist and syndicated columnist who captured the essence of suburban family life through her witty and relatable writing.
![Walter Slezak]()
Walter Slezak (1983)Austrian-American actor who transitioned from romantic lead to character roles, known for his Tony Award-winning performance in 'Fanny' in...
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- Ansel Adams (1984)
Ansel Adams was a legendary American landscape photographer renowned for his breathtaking black and white images of the American West,...
What day of the year is April 22?
April 22nd marks the 112th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 113th in case of leap years).
There are 253 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 22nd is the 22nd day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 22?
The zodiac sign associated with April 22nd is Taurus according to the Western Zodiac.
