April 29: What Happened on This Day in History
April 29th marks the 119th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 120th in case of leap years). There are 246 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 29th in history, famous birthdays on April 29th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 29.
What happened on April 29?
Here's what happened on April 29th in history:
- 2023: A 72-hour humanitarian ceasefire between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) dramatically collapsed on April 29, 2023, with both sides resuming intense military operations. Air strikes and artillery bombardments recommenced in Khartoum, the capital city, undermining international mediation efforts and putting civilian populations at severe risk.
- 2018: Amnesty International calls for an international arms embargo on Israel, alleging the use of 'malicious tactics' against Gazan civilians and accusing Israeli forces of committing murder.
- 2015: During the Yemeni Civil War, Saudi Arabian F-15 fighters attempted to intercept an Iranian Red Crescent plane by bombing Sanaa International Airport's runway. The interception was unsuccessful, and the plane was warned to turn around.
- 2013: A suicide bomber attacked a police station in Peshawar, Pakistan, killing at least four people in an escalation of regional violence and terrorism.
- 1997: The musical 'Candide' opens at the Gershwin Theater in New York City, running for 103 performances. Based on Voltaire's satirical novella, the musical brings a classic literary work to the Broadway stage.
- 1991: Croatia officially declared its independence from Yugoslavia, marking a significant moment in the dissolution of the Yugoslav federation and the emergence of new nation-states in the Balkans during the early 1990s.
- 1986: A devastating fire at the Los Angeles Central Library resulted in the destruction of approximately 800,000 books and other library materials, causing significant cultural and historical loss to the city's literary collection.
- 1984: The musical 'Oliver!' opened at the Mark Hellinger Theater in New York City for a limited run of 17 performances, bringing the classic Dickens-inspired musical to Broadway audiences.
- 1982: Alfredo Magana was democratically elected as the President of El Salvador, marking a significant political transition during a period of regional political instability.
- 1976: Minister Irene Vorrink initiated a significant public health policy by implementing fluoridation of Dutch drinking water. This measure was aimed at improving dental health nationwide by adding controlled amounts of fluoride to the public water supply, a practice designed to reduce tooth decay and strengthen dental enamel.
What famous birthdays are on April 29?
On April 29th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Daniel Day-Lewis]()
Daniel Day-Lewis (1957)Daniel Day-Lewis is a legendary method actor known for his extraordinary transformative performances in films like 'My Left Foot', 'There...
![Jerry Seinfeld]()
Jerry Seinfeld (1954)Iconic American comedian who created and starred in 'Seinfeld', one of the most successful sitcoms in television history.
![Uma Thurman]()
Uma Thurman (1970)Uma Thurman is a renowned American actress known for her distinctive look and memorable roles in films like Pulp Fiction.
![Tino Rossi]()
Tino Rossi (1907)Legendary French singer and actor who dominated the entertainment scene for over six decades, known for his exceptional tenor voice and...
![Michelle Pfeiffer]()
Michelle Pfeiffer (1958)Acclaimed Hollywood actress known for her versatile roles in iconic films like 'Dangerous Liaisons', 'Batman Returns', and 'The Fabulous...
![Samantha Ruth Prabhu]()
Samantha Ruth Prabhu (1987)Samantha Ruth Prabhu is a prominent Indian actress who has made significant contributions to Telugu and Tamil cinema, known for her...
![Master P]()
Master P (1970)Master P is a multifaceted entrepreneur who revolutionized the hip-hop industry by founding No Limit Records and creating a significant...
![Fred Zinnemann]()
Fred Zinnemann (1907)Acclaimed Austrian-American film director who won multiple Academy Awards, known for landmark films like 'High Noon', 'From Here to...
![Katherine Langford]()
Katherine Langford (1996)Katherine Langford is an Australian actress best known for her breakthrough role as Hannah Baker in the Netflix series '13 Reasons Why',...
![Jean Rochefort]()
Jean Rochefort (1930)Jean Rochefort was a renowned French actor with a distinguished career spanning several decades, known for his sophisticated comedic roles...
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Who died on April 29?
On April 29th the following celebrities died:
![Irrfan Khan]()
Irrfan Khan (2020)Irrfan Khan was a critically acclaimed Indian actor who made significant contributions to both Bollywood and Hollywood cinema, known for his...
![Bob Hoskins]()
Bob Hoskins (2014)Acclaimed English actor known for distinctive roles in films like 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' and 'Mona Lisa', often portraying tough cockney...
![Joanna Barnes]()
Joanna Barnes (2022)Accomplished American actress known for her roles in classic films like 'The Parent Trap' and 'Spartacus', who also worked as a writer...
![Mae Clarke]()
Mae Clarke (1992)Mae Clarke was a prominent Hollywood actress famous for her role in the classic horror film 'Frankenstein' and her significant contributions...
![John Kenneth Galbraith]()
John Kenneth Galbraith (2006)Renowned economist who wrote extensively about economic power, affluence, and social inequality, winning the Hillman Award in 1958 for his...
- Albert Hofmann (2008)
Albert Hofmann was a renowned Swiss chemist who accidentally discovered LSD in 1943 while working at Sandoz Laboratories in Basel.
- Phạm Văn Đồng (2000)
Prominent Vietnamese politician who served as the second Prime Minister of North Vietnam and later the Socialist Republic of Vietnam from...
- Al Feldstein (2014)
Renowned American comic book artist and editor, best known for his influential work at MAD Magazine during the 1950s and 1960s,...
- François Michelin (2015)
Prominent French industrialist who led the Michelin tire company from 1955 to 1999, transforming it into a global manufacturing powerhouse...
- Mick Ronson (1993)
Influential English guitarist, songwriter, and record producer best known for his work with David Bowie in the Spiders from Mars and...
What day of the year is April 29?
April 29th marks the 119th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 120th in case of leap years).
There are 246 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 29th is the 29th day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 29?
The zodiac sign associated with April 29th is Taurus according to the Western Zodiac.
