May 28: What Happened on This Day in History
May 28th marks the 148th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 149th in case of leap years). There are 217 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on May 28th in history, famous birthdays on May 28th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to May 28.
What happened on May 28?
Here's what happened on May 28th in history:
- 2017: Following President Rodrigo Duterte's declaration of martial law in Mindanao, the Philippine government terminated ongoing peace negotiations with the Communist Party, escalating political tensions in the region.
- 2016: In the ongoing Syrian Civil War, Turkey and the United States conducted a joint military operation, claiming to have eliminated over 104 Islamic State (ISIL) militants. The operation was a response to rocket attacks from northern Syria that targeted the Turkish town of Kilis, highlighting the complex geopolitical tensions in the region.
- 2012: Intense conflict continues in Syria with reports of significant civilian casualties. The Syrian Army is accused of killing at least 41 civilians in Hama, highlighting the ongoing brutal civil war.
- 2009: A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Honduras, resulting in five fatalities and significant regional impact.
- 2005: The iconic clock tower at the Palace of Westminster in London, famously known as Big Ben, unexpectedly stopped ticking for 90 minutes, surprising engineers and the public given its renowned accuracy and consistent chimes.
- 1992: On May 28, 1992, Amanda Goad emerged victorious in the 65th National Spelling Bee by correctly spelling the word 'lyceum', a term referring to a hall for public lectures or discussions. Her precise spelling skills and composure under pressure highlighted the competitive nature of this prestigious academic competition.
- 1989: Popular television actress Delta Burke from the sitcom 'Designing Women' married actor Gerald McRaney, marking a notable celebrity union in the entertainment industry.
- 1980: Rolf Nevanlinna, a prominent Finnish mathematician known for his significant contributions to mathematical analysis and topology, passed away on this date. Born in 1895, Nevanlinna was particularly famous for the Nevanlinna theory in complex analysis and his work in differential geometry.
- 1979: On May 28, 1979, Greece was formally accepted as a member of the European Economic Community (EEC), marking a significant milestone in the country's political and economic integration with Western Europe. This accession symbolized Greece's transition from a period of political instability to a democratic nation fully participating in European institutions.
- 1974: The 26th Emmy Awards celebrated outstanding television achievements, with notable wins for the groundbreaking series MASH, Alan Alda, and Mary Tyler Moore.
What famous birthdays are on May 28?
On May 28th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Kylie Minogue]()
Kylie Minogue (1968)Internationally renowned pop icon and actress who rose to fame through the Australian soap opera 'Neighbours' and became a global music...
![Patrick White]()
Patrick White (1912)Patrick White was an acclaimed Australian novelist who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1973.
![Ian Fleming]()
Ian Fleming (1908)British novelist and intelligence officer who created the iconic James Bond spy character, revolutionizing the espionage fiction genre.
![Cameron Boyce]()
Cameron Boyce (1999)Cameron Boyce was a talented young Disney Channel actor who tragically passed away at age 20.
![Romain Duris]()
Romain Duris (1974)Prominent French actor known for his roles in critically acclaimed films like 'The Spanish Apartment' and 'Russian Dolls', directed by...
![Jean-Pierre Léaud]()
Jean-Pierre Léaud (1944)Iconic French New Wave actor who rose to fame in François Truffaut's films, particularly 'The 400 Blows'.
![Carroll Baker]()
Carroll Baker (1931)Acclaimed Hollywood actress known for her powerful performances in 'Baby Doll' and 'Giant', who was a prominent figure in 1950s and 1960s...
![Chiara Mastroianni]()
Chiara Mastroianni (1972)French actress and daughter of legendary actors Marcello Mastroianni and Catherine Deneuve, known for her work in cinema and her famous...
![Marco Rubio]()
Marco Rubio (1971)American politician and United States Senator from Florida who ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 2016.
![Justin Kirk]()
Justin Kirk (1969)American actor known for his roles in critically acclaimed TV series 'Weeds' and the groundbreaking miniseries 'Angels in America'.
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Who died on May 28?
On May 28th the following celebrities died:
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Eric Morecambe (1984)Eric Morecambe was a legendary British comedian who formed the iconic comedy duo Morecambe and Wise with Ernie Wise.
![Gary Coleman]()
Gary Coleman (2010)Gary Coleman was a famous American child actor who rose to stardom in the 1980s through his iconic role in the sitcom 'Diff'rent Strokes'.
![Phil Hartman]()
Phil Hartman (1998)Legendary comedian and actor known for his versatile character work on Saturday Night Live and NewsRadio.
![Audie Murphy]()
Audie Murphy (1971)Audie Murphy was the most decorated American soldier of World War II, receiving 23 awards including the Medal of Honor.
![Cornelia Frances]()
Cornelia Frances (2018)British-Australian actress and television presenter who had a significant career in television, moving between the UK and Australia...
![Jean Muir]()
Jean Muir (1995)British fashion model and designer known for her influential work in the fashion industry during mid-20th century.
![Martha Scott]()
Martha Scott (2003)Martha Scott was a prominent American actress known for her stage and film performances, with notable roles in theater and Hollywood...
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What day of the year is May 28?
May 28th marks the 148th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 149th in case of leap years).
There are 217 days remaining until the end of the year.
May 28th is the 28th day of the month of May.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day May 28?
The zodiac sign associated with May 28th is Gemini according to the Western Zodiac.
