January Birthdays
Born on January 3rd, this American actor and filmmaker is best known for his action hero roles, particularly his breakout role in the action series Mad Max and in the buddy cop action-comedy film series Lethal Weapon. In 1995 he won a Golden Globe and Academy award for a film he starred in.
Mel Gibson
MLK's first major role came in 1955 when he organized a boycott of the city's buses after an African American lady was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on the bus. Who did MLK do this boycott for?
This refers to a unique set of characteristics, traits, and behaviors that define an individual, signifying the complexity and diversity of human nature. You can say each person would have one of these making them unique from another.
Personality
This is a type of dance that originated during the Renaissance, characterized by light, graceful, fluid movements that make the dancer appear graceful and elegant.
Ballet
This 1988 movie, which recently had a remake in 2024, features a couple who dies in a car accident, and find themselves haunting their own residence, unable to leave the house. As a family tries to buy the home, they attempt to scare them away without success. Then comes a spirit whose hep quickly becomes dangerous to the innocent family.
Beetlejuice
Celebrating his 50th birthday on January 5th, this American actor first gained fame in comedic films before transitioning to action and dramatic roles. He made his acting debut in 1999 on a TV sitcom before his first featured film in a 2001 comedy. His breakthrough movie came out in 2009 before being nominated on a variety of Academy Award winning movies. His 2018 director debut is a movie he also was the lead role.
Bradley Cooper
MLK was a great believer in peaceful protest. His protests used no-violent tactics, even when the protesters themselves were met with violence from the police. MLK was greatly inspired by this Indian activist, who was known for this. Who was his inspiration?
Mahatma Gandhi
This word is said to simulate the sound of magic being performed and done, usually expressing wonder and amazement. The magician would say this before completing a magic trick.
Abracadabra
This is a type of loose-fitting clothing garment, usually worn by women or children. It is typically gathered at the waist or hips so that it hangs loosely over the individual's body. A shirt usually features buttons while this piece of clothing does not have buttons.
Blouse
This 1995 action movie features a patriot who gets into war against the English when the love of his life is slaughtered. Leading his army into battle, he threatens the throne before he is captured and executed. He quickly became a symbol for a free Scotland.
Braveheart
Born on January 13th, this American actor is best known for a role on an ABC drama series that debuted in 2005. He started his film career in the late 80s, with films such as "Can't buy me love and Loverboy". Outside of Hollywood, he enjoys auto racing in his spare time.
Patrick Dempsey
On November 2nd, 1983, this president signed the King Holiday bill into law, designating the third Monday in January a federal holiday in observance of this civil rights leader. Who is the president?
Ronald Reagan
This is the act of visiting and seeing famous or interesting places, often as a tourist, allowing one to appreciate the beauty and history of a new place.
Sightseeing
This is a document or pamphlet primarily used to introduce a company, organization or service to customers or members of the public. You may commonly see these through different travels, as it gives information of the place and city.
Brochure
This 2018 documentary film follows the lead singer of a band, who defies stereotypes and convention to become a beloved entertainer. Despite the band's rise in the 1970's, the main individual pursues a solo career. The movie reunites the group together for a benefit concerns, resulting in one of the most memorable performances in rock n roll history.
Bohemian Rhapsody
Born on January 12th, this American media personality is known for his radio show, mostly because they are usually controversial. His outrageous humor was often criticized as racist or misogynistic, resulting in over 2 million fines against his program. He eventually signed with Sirius Satellite Radio, which allowed open language and content. For a short stint 2012-2015, he was a judge on America's got Talent too.
MLK official birthday is January 15th 1929 as he was born in this Southern city of the United States. This city is known for its fast growth, historic street art, home of the Coca-Cola museum, biggest aquarium in the US and its love for peaches.
Atlanta, Georgia
This is a type of work of outstanding artistry and skill that represents the pinnacle of creativity and excellence. If an artist called its painting this, it would have intricate details and vibrant colors capturing the artist's vision.
Masterpiece
This is an act or insult that shows contempt and disrespect towards objects considered sacred. If you're saying something bad in reference to religion or questioning one's religious belief, it can be considered this.
Blasphemy
This 2011 Rom-com features a single woman whose own life is a mess, but learns that her lifelong best friend is engaged. When given the maid of honor title, she is determined to make things perfect only to go through a variety of obstacles, alongside her bridal part as it becomes a wild road to the actual wedding day.
Bridesmaids
Born on January 9th, this American character actor has a career that spans over five decades of screen and stage. With small appearance in films in the 90s, he made his way onto more recognize TV shows such as OZ on HBO and a role on Law on order as a white supremacist. He landed a reoccurring role in Spiderman but finally made a midstream star role with his performance in Whiplash, where he got best supporting actor at the Golden Globes and Oscars.
JK Simmons
Tragically, MLK was assassinated in 1968 in Tennessee, where he had given a speech the day before. It was said he was standing on the balcony of his hotel where the shot got fired. The individual who was convicted for his murder claimed to be innocent, but ended up spending the rest of his life in prison after being caught in London.
James Earl Ray
This is a person who is the first to do something or go somewhere, paving the way for others to follow, inspiring innovation and progress. Rosa Parks is an example of this.
Trailblazer
This is an individual that provides money or other resources to an individual, group or organization. Being this does not require the individual to be wealthy, though the term is mostly associated with financial gifts to charities and university endowments.
Benefactor
Bill and Ted's excellent adventure