May 25: What Happened on This Day in History
May 25th marks the 145th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 146th in case of leap years). There are 220 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on May 25th in history, famous birthdays on May 25th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to May 25.
What happened on May 25?
Here's what happened on May 25th in history:
- 2017: A booby-trapped package intended as a gift for former Prime Minister Lucas Papademos exploded in his car in Athens. Authorities reported that while he was injured, his condition was not considered life-threatening.
- 2016: On May 25, 2016, the Afghan Taliban underwent a significant leadership transition. Haibatullah Akhundzada was announced as the new leader, replacing Akhtar Mansour, who was killed in a U.S. drone strike. Sirajuddin Haqqani and Mullah Yaqoob were named as deputy leaders. On the same day, a tragic suicide bombing occurred west of Kabul, killing at least 10 people and injuring four passengers on a bus carrying appeals court staff.
- 2012: A car bomb explosion in Nuevo Laredo, a border city in Mexico, injured ten police officers. The attack was suspected to be orchestrated by Los Zetas, Mexico's largest drug trafficking organization, highlighting the ongoing violence and security challenges in the region.
- 2009: A significant political controversy erupted in the United Kingdom when nine ministers were implicated in a parliamentary expense scandal, revealing systemic issues of financial impropriety within the government's administrative ranks.
- 2005: Ruth Laredo, a renowned American classical pianist, passed away. She was a significant figure in 20th-century classical music performance.
- 2003: Néstor Kirchner is elected President of Argentina, defeating Carlos Menem in a significant political transition following the country's severe economic crisis. His election marks a pivotal moment in Argentina's political landscape, promising potential economic and social reforms.
- 1989: Comedic musician Weird Al Yankovic recorded his humorous parody song 'She Drives Like Crazy', continuing his tradition of satirical musical interpretations.
- 1980: Jacek Wszoka of Poland sets a remarkable high jump record of 7 feet 8 inches, demonstrating exceptional athletic prowess in track and field.
- 1979: Monica Keena, an American actress known for her roles in various films and television series, was born.
- 1974: Frank Ward, a notable Australian cricket player who represented his country in 4 Test matches between 1936 and 1938, passed away on this date. Ward was part of the generation of cricketers who contributed to Australia's rich sporting heritage during the pre-World War II era.
What famous birthdays are on May 25?
On May 25th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Cillian Murphy]()
Cillian Murphy (1976)Cillian Murphy is a critically acclaimed Irish actor known for his versatile roles in films like 'Inception', '28 Days Later', and the hit...
![Beverly Sills]()
Beverly Sills (1929)Beverly Sills was a renowned American soprano and opera singer who became a celebrated performer and later an influential arts administrator...
![Mike Myers]()
Mike Myers (1963)Mike Myers is a renowned Canadian comedian, actor, and writer famous for his iconic roles in 'Austin Powers' film series and as a long-time...
![Dave Lee Travis]()
Dave Lee Travis (1945)Dave Lee Travis is a prominent British radio DJ who was a key figure on BBC Radio 1 during the 1970s and 1980s, and also hosted the popular...
![Octavia Spencer]()
Octavia Spencer (1970)Academy Award-winning actress known for her powerful performances in films like The Help, Hidden Figures, and Fruitvale Station.
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Ian McKellen (1939)Renowned British actor and stage performer, known for his exceptional Shakespearean roles and Oscar-nominated performance in 'Gods and...
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Anne Heche (1969)Acclaimed American actress known for her versatile roles in television and film, including soap operas and independent movies.
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Leslie Uggams (1943)Acclaimed African American singer and actress with a remarkable career spanning decades, known for her Tony Award-winning performance in...
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Jeanne Crain (1925)Jeanne Crain was a prominent Hollywood actress of the 1940s and 1950s, known for her wholesome image and Oscar-nominated performance in...
![John C. Reilly]()
John C. Reilly (1965)John C. Reilly is a versatile American actor known for his comedic and dramatic roles in films like 'Chicago', 'Step Brothers', and...
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Who died on May 25?
On May 25th the following celebrities died:
![Vic Tayback]()
Vic Tayback (1990)American character actor best known for his role as Mel Karpinski in the popular TV sitcom 'Alice'.
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Dany Robin (1995)French actress known for her international film career, notably appearing in Alfred Hitchcock's spy thriller 'Topaz' in 1969.
![Nicholas Clay]()
Nicholas Clay (2000)British actor known for his roles in television and film during the 1970s and 1980s.
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- George Floyd (2020)
African American man whose murder by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin sparked global Black Lives Matter protests and significant...
- John Morrison (scientist) (1996)
John Morrison was a prominent physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics and played a crucial role in the Manhattan...
- Witold Pilecki (1948)
A heroic Polish resistance fighter during World War II who voluntarily entered Auschwitz concentration camp to gather intelligence about...
- Krešimir Ćosić (1995)
Legendary Croatian basketball player and coach, inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1996.
- Ismail Merchant (2005)
Renowned Indian-born film producer who co-founded Merchant Ivory Productions, creating critically acclaimed films that bridged Western and...
- Robert Capa (1954)
Renowned Hungarian-American war photographer who captured iconic images of conflicts like the Spanish Civil War and World War II,...
What day of the year is May 25?
May 25th marks the 145th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 146th in case of leap years).
There are 220 days remaining until the end of the year.
May 25th is the 25th day of the month of May.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day May 25?
The zodiac sign associated with May 25th is Gemini according to the Western Zodiac.
