October 28: What Happened on This Day in History
October 28th marks the 301st day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 302nd in case of leap years). There are 64 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on October 28th in history, famous birthdays on October 28th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to October 28.
What happened on October 28?
Here's what happened on October 28th in history:
- 2017: Two devastating car bombs exploded near Mogadishu's national theater, killing at least 25 people. The attack, claimed by Islamist group Al-Shabaab, came two weeks after a previous deadly bombing that killed hundreds, highlighting ongoing terrorist threats in Somalia.
- 2016: During the Iraqi Civil War (2014-2017), specifically the Battle of Mosul (2016), the United Nations reported that 232 civilians were killed in and around Mosul by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).
- 2012: The UN-brokered ceasefire in Syria appears to be collapsing, with opposition activists reporting at least 128 deaths. The Syrian Army bombed three districts of Damascus and the city of Bara near Idlib, killing 22 people. Al Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri publicly pledged support to the rebels through a video posted on a jihadist website.
- 2009: A devastating car bomb exploded in a crowded market in Peshawar, Pakistan, causing massive casualties. The terrorist attack killed 120 people and injured at least 200, marking one of the deadliest terrorist incidents in the region during 2009.
- 2005: Richard Smalley, a pioneering chemist who co-discovered fullerenes and won the Nobel Prize, passed away. He was a key figure in nanotechnology research and made significant contributions to understanding molecular structures.
- 1992: Lee Jang Rim, a religious leader, made a highly publicized prediction that October 28, 1992, would mark the end of the world. This apocalyptic forecast drew significant media attention and highlighted the phenomenon of millennial and end-times prophecies common in certain religious movements.
- 1989: Four Canadian lottery players jointly won the CDN$14 million Lotto 6/49 jackpot, marking a significant moment of shared fortune.
- 1980: Alan Smith, a notable English football player, was active during this period. While specific details about his career are not provided, he was likely a professional footballer making his mark in the sport.
- 1979: Aki Hakala, the drummer for the Finnish rock band The Rasmus, was born on this date.
- 1974: Joaquin Phoenix, a critically acclaimed Puerto Rican-American actor known for transformative performances in films like 'Joker' and 'Walk the Line', is born.
What famous birthdays are on October 28?
On October 28th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Julia Roberts (1967)Iconic Hollywood actress who dominated the romantic comedy and drama genres in the late 80s and 90s.
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Joaquin Phoenix (1974)Joaquin Phoenix is an Oscar-winning actor renowned for transformative performances in critically acclaimed films like 'Gladiator', 'Walk the...
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Frank Ocean (1987)Frank Ocean is a critically acclaimed R&B artist known for his innovative music, groundbreaking LGBTQ+ representation, and influential...
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Matt Smith (1982)British actor who portrayed the Eleventh Doctor in the popular science fiction TV series Doctor Who, gaining international recognition for...
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Evelyn Waugh (1903)Evelyn Waugh was a prominent British novelist known for his satirical works, including 'Decline and Fall' and 'Brideshead Revisited'.
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Eros Ramazzotti (1963)Renowned Italian pop singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for his romantic ballads and international success across multiple music...
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Dennis Franz (1944)Dennis Franz is an acclaimed American actor renowned for his iconic portrayal of Detective Andy Sipowicz on the groundbreaking television...
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Elsa Lanchester (1902)Renowned British actress famous for her iconic role as the Bride of Frankenstein in the classic 1935 horror film.
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David Dimbleby (1938)Renowned British television presenter and journalist, known for his long and distinguished career in broadcasting and political commentary.
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Andy Richter (1966)American comedian, actor, and television writer best known for his work with Conan O'Brien on late-night television shows.
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Who died on October 28?
On October 28th the following celebrities died:
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Matthew Perry (2023)Iconic Canadian-American actor who rose to global fame as Chandler Bing in the legendary sitcom Friends, becoming a beloved comedy star of...
![James MacArthur]()
James MacArthur (2010)American actor best known for his role as Danny Williams in the original Hawaii Five-O television series, which ran from 1968 to 1980.
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- Red Auerbach (2006)
Legendary NBA coach and executive who transformed the Boston Celtics, leading them to multiple championships and becoming a pivotal figure...
- Jerry Lee Lewis (2022)
Legendary rock and roll pianist and singer known as 'The Killer', who pioneered rockabilly music and was a key figure in early rock and roll...
- Erling Persson (2002)
Swedish entrepreneur who founded H&M (Hennes & Mauritz), transforming the global fashion retail industry with an innovative business model...
- Jimmy McLarnin (2004)
Jimmy McLarnin was a prominent Irish-American boxer known for his exceptional skills in the welterweight division during the 1920s and...
- Tadeusz Mazowiecki (2013)
Tadeusz Mazowiecki was a prominent Polish journalist, politician, and the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Poland after the...
What day of the year is October 28?
October 28th marks the 301st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 302nd in case of leap years).
There are 64 days remaining until the end of the year.
October 28th is the 28th day of the month of October.
What day of the week is October 28?
On October 28th, 2025 the day of the week is Tuesday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day October 28?
The zodiac sign associated with October 28th is Scorpio according to the Western Zodiac.
