September 27: What Happened on This Day in History
September 27th marks the 270th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 271st in case of leap years). There are 95 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on September 27th in history, famous birthdays on September 27th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to September 27.
What happened on September 27?
Here's what happened on September 27th in history:
- 2023: NASA astronaut Frank Rubio returned to Earth after setting an unprecedented American record of 371 consecutive days in space, accompanied by Russian cosmonauts Sergey Prokopyev and Dmitri Petelin. This remarkable mission represents the longest single spaceflight by an American astronaut, highlighting international cooperation and human endurance in space exploration.
- 2018: Justin Milne, chairman of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, resigned after allegations of inappropriate interference with the broadcaster's employment and editorial practices, particularly concerning former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull.
- 2015: Saudi Arabian-led intervention in Yemen resulted in at least 25 fatalities when helicopter gunships conducted airstrikes on Bani Zela, a Yemeni village near the Red Sea border with Saudi Arabia.
- 2013: United Nations inspectors are conducting an investigation into three alleged instances of chemical weapons usage in Syria, following the devastating Ghouta chemical attacks on August 21, which raised international concerns about the conflict's brutality.
- 1997: Walter Trampler, a renowned American violist, passed away. Born in 1915, Trampler was a significant figure in classical music, known for his exceptional viola performances and contributions to chamber music.
- 1991: The television series 'Princesses' premieres on CBS, starring Julie Hagerty, Fran Drescher, and Twiggy, offering a comedic exploration of female relationships.
- 1986: Natasha Thomas, a Danish singer and songwriter, was noted on this date. While specific details about her musical career are limited, she represents the vibrant Danish music scene of the 1980s.
- 1984: Avril Lavigne was born in Belleville, Ontario, Canada. She would later become a globally recognized pop-punk singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Complicated' and 'Sk8er Boi', and become an influential figure in the early 2000s music scene.
- 1982: The St. Louis Cardinals clinch the National League East division title, marking a significant moment in their baseball season.
- 1978: Brad Arnold, the lead singer and songwriter of the popular rock band 3 Doors Down, was born on September 27, 1978. Arnold would go on to become a significant figure in the alternative rock scene of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
What famous birthdays are on September 27?
On September 27th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Gwyneth Paltrow (1972)Acclaimed Hollywood actress and daughter of actors Blythe Danner and Bruce Paltrow.
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Meat Loaf (1947)Iconic rock singer known for his theatrical performances and epic album 'Bat Out of Hell'.
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Andy Lau (1961)Andy Lau is a legendary Hong Kong entertainment icon, renowned globally for his prolific career as a singer, actor, and film producer.
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Avril Lavigne (1984)Avril Lavigne is a globally recognized Canadian pop-punk singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the early 2000s with hit songs like...
![William Conrad]()
William Conrad (1920)Renowned American actor famous for his roles in television series like 'Cannon' and 'Gunsmoke'.
![Denis Lawson]()
Denis Lawson (1947)Scottish actor renowned for his versatile roles in television and film, most notably as Wedge Antilles in the original Star Wars trilogy.
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Marc Maron (1963)Prominent stand-up comedian, podcast host of WTF with Marc Maron, and actor known for his introspective comedy and interviews with...
![Greg Morris]()
Greg Morris (1933)African American actor best known for his groundbreaking role in 'Mission: Impossible', where he was one of the first Black actors in a...
![Wilford Brimley]()
Wilford Brimley (1934)Wilford Brimley was a beloved American character actor known for his distinctive mustache and gravelly voice, appearing in iconic films like...
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Shaun Cassidy (1958)Shaun Cassidy is an American actor, singer, and teen idol who rose to fame in the late 1970s.
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Who died on September 27?
On September 27th the following celebrities died:
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Michael Gambon (2023)Renowned Irish-English actor famous for his powerful stage and screen performances, including iconic roles in 'The Singing Detective' and as...
![Tino Rossi]()
Tino Rossi (1983)Legendary French singer and actor who dominated the entertainment scene for over six decades, known for his exceptional tenor voice and...
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Donald O'Connor (2003)Legendary Hollywood performer known for his extraordinary versatility in comedy, dance, and acting.
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Clara Bow (1965)Clara Bow was an iconic American actress of the silent film era, known as the 'It Girl' and a major Hollywood star of the 1920s.
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Herbert Lom (2012)Czech-born actor renowned for his comedic role as Chief Inspector Dreyfus in the iconic Pink Panther film series, working alongside Peter...
- Hugh Hefner (2017)
Hugh Hefner was an iconic American entrepreneur who founded Playboy magazine in 1953, revolutionizing media, publishing, and cultural...
- Babe Didrikson Zaharias (1956)
Babe Didrikson Zaharias was an extraordinary multi-sport athlete who revolutionized women's athletics in the mid-20th century.
- Ramesh Balsekar (2009)
Ramesh Balsekar was a prominent Indian spiritual philosopher who significantly contributed to the understanding of Advaita Vedanta, offering...
- William Safire (2009)
Pulitzer Prize-winning political columnist for The New York Times, renowned for his sharp political commentary and work as a speechwriter...
What day of the year is September 27?
September 27th marks the 270th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 271st in case of leap years).
There are 95 days remaining until the end of the year.
September 27th is the 27th day of the month of September.
What day of the week is September 27?
On September 27th, 2025 the day of the week is Saturday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day September 27?
The zodiac sign associated with September 27th is Libra according to the Western Zodiac.
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