March 24: What Happened on This Day in History
March 24th marks the 83rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 84th in case of leap years). There are 282 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 24th in history, famous birthdays on March 24th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 24.
What happened on March 24?
Here's what happened on March 24th in history:
- 2008: Neil Aspinall, a pivotal figure in the music industry and long-time chief executive of Apple Corps for The Beatles, dies in New York at age 66 from lung cancer, concluding a remarkable career managing one of the most influential bands in history.
- 2006: Lynne Perrie, a notable English actress who was born in 1931, passed away on this date.
- 2000: The S&P 500 index reached a significant intraday peak of 1,552.87, marking a pivotal moment in financial history just before the dramatic dot-com bubble burst. This peak represented the zenith of the late 1990s tech-driven market euphoria, which would soon dramatically unravel.
- 1990: Keisha Castle-Hughes, an Australian-born, New Zealand-raised actress, is born. She would later become known for her critically acclaimed performance in the film 'Whale Rider' and become the youngest Best Actress Oscar nominee in history.
- 1987: Western Australia cricket team won the Sheffield Shield by drawing the final match against Victoria, demonstrating their strong performance in domestic cricket competition.
- 1986: The 58th Academy Awards ceremony honored the film 'Out of Africa', with William Hurt and Geena Page receiving prestigious awards for their outstanding performances.
- 1983: The redesigned 1984 Chevrolet Corvette sports car was officially launched for sale in California, marking a significant milestone in American automotive design. This new model represented a major technological and aesthetic update for the iconic sports car, introducing advanced engineering and styling elements that would define the C4 generation of Corvettes.
- 1978: Paul McCartney's band Wings released the single 'With a Little Luck' from their album 'London Town'. The song would later become a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing the band's continued musical success in the late 1970s.
- 1977: Morarji Desai became the Prime Minister of India, marking a historic moment as the first Prime Minister not belonging to the Indian National Congress. His ascension represented a significant shift in India's political landscape, breaking the long-standing dominance of the Congress party in national leadership.
- 1975: In a dramatic 15-round heavyweight boxing match, Muhammad Ali successfully defended his world title by technically knocking out (TKO) Chuck Wepner in Cleveland. This fight was notable for Wepner's unexpected resilience against the legendary Ali, inspiring the storyline for the movie 'Rocky'.
What famous birthdays are on March 24?
On March 24th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Joseph Barbera (1911)Joseph Barbera was a legendary American animator, cartoonist, and television producer who co-founded Hanna-Barbera, one of the most...
![Steve McQueen]()
Steve McQueen (1930)Iconic Hollywood actor known for his rugged masculinity and starring roles in classic films like 'Bullitt' and 'The Great Escape'.
![Jessica Chastain]()
Jessica Chastain (1977)Jessica Chastain is an Oscar-winning actress known for powerful performances in critically acclaimed films like Zero Dark Thirty, The Help,...
![Jim Parsons]()
Jim Parsons (1973)Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor best known for his role as Sheldon Cooper in the popular sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory'.
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Louie Anderson (1953)Emmy Award-winning comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and roles in television shows like 'Baskets'.
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Richard Conte (1910)Richard Conte was a prominent American film actor known for his roles in film noir and crime dramas during the 1940s and 1950s.
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Norman Fell (1924)Norman Fell was a renowned American character actor best known for his role as Mr.
![David Suzuki]()
David Suzuki (1936)Renowned Canadian environmental activist, scientist, and broadcaster who has been a leading voice in climate change awareness and ecological...
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Curtis Hanson (1945)American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for critically acclaimed movies like 'L.
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Who died on March 24?
On March 24th the following celebrities died:
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John Hersey (1993)John Hersey was a renowned American journalist and author, best known for his groundbreaking book 'Hiroshima', which provided a powerful and...
![Garry Shandling]()
Garry Shandling (2016)Influential American comedian and television pioneer who revolutionized comedy with innovative sitcoms like 'It's Garry Shandling's Show'...
![Richard Widmark]()
Richard Widmark (2008)Renowned Hollywood actor famous for his breakthrough role as a psychotic killer in the film noir 'Kiss of Death'.
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Robert Culp (2010)Versatile American actor best known for TV series 'I Spy' and 'The Greatest American Hero'.
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- Rim Banna (2018)
Renowned Palestinian singer and cultural activist who used music to promote social justice and Palestinian identity.
- Johan Cruyff (2016)
Revolutionary Dutch soccer player and coach who transformed modern football through 'Total Soccer' philosophy.
- Elizabeth I (1603)
Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 to 1603, known for her reign during the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
- Albert Uderzo (2020)
Famous French comic book artist best known for co-creating the iconic 'Asterix' series, which became one of the most beloved and...
What day of the year is March 24?
March 24th marks the 83rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 84th in case of leap years).
There are 282 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 24th is the 24th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 24?
The zodiac sign associated with March 24th is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.
