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This media star and talk show host, born on January 29, became one of the most influential figures in television with a show that ran for 25 years.
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
Born on August 5, 1930, this American astronaut became the first person to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission.
Who is Neil Armstrong?
Born on May 19, 1925, this influential African-American activist became a prominent figure in the Nation of Islam before advocating for Black empowerment and human rights.
Who is Malcolm X?
Born on August 18, this actor starred in Fight Club and The Incredible Hulk, and is known for his dramatic and versatile roles.
Who is Edward Norton?
Born on February 13, 1944, this American talk show host and former local politician became famous for a long-running daytime program known for its chaotic audience interactions.
Who is Jerry Springer?
This classic comedy puzzle craze made its international debut on January 29, 1980, and remains a familiar challenge worldwide.
What is the Rubik’s Cube?
On August 5, 2005, this future Hall of Famer became the first MLB player to hit at least 30 home runs in each of his first five big-league seasons.
Who is Albert Pujols?
Born May 19, 2003, this performer became known for her colorful persona on YouTube, Nickelodeon, and as a singer with a disco pop style.
Who is JoJo Siwa?
On August 18, 1920, this amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, guaranteeing American women the right to vote.
What is the Nineteenth Amendment?
Born on February 13, 1977, this future Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver was known for his time with the Minnesota Vikings and the New England Patriots.
Who is Randy Moss?
On January 29, 1936, the inaugural class was announced for this hall honoring the greatest in America’s pastime.
What is the Baseball Hall of Fame?
On August 5, 1962, this South African leader was arrested for leaving the country illegally, beginning 27 years of imprisonment.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
On May 19, 1884, this famous American entertainment troupe began as a small circus in Wisconsin before becoming known as “The Greatest Show on Earth.”
What is the Ringling Brothers Circus?
On August 18, 2013, this Jamaican sprint legend won his third gold medal at the World Championships in Moscow, anchoring his team to victory in the men’s 4×100 m relay.
Who is Usain Bolt?
On February 13, 1996, this influential rapper released All Eyez on Me, one of the first double studio albums in hip-hop history, and the last of his lifetime.
Who is Tupac Shakur?
Born on January 29, 1964, this Hall of Fame wide receiver spent 16 seasons in the NFL - mostly with the Buffalo Bills - and starred in four straight Super Bowls during the early 1990s.
Who is Andre Reed?
Born on August 5, 1937, this legendary American coach led the “Miracle on Ice” U.S. Olympic hockey team that stunned the Soviet Union and won gold at the 1980 Lake Placid Games.
Who is Herb Brooks?
On May 19, 2009, this musical TV series featuring a high school glee club premiered on FOX, later becoming a cultural phenomenon.
What is Glee?
Celebrating a birthday on August 18, this actress is known for playing Cheryl Blossom on Riverdale.
Who is Madelaine Petsch?
Beginning on February 13, 1945, Allied forces launched a controversial three-day air campaign that nearly destroyed this German city during World War II.
What is Dresden?
Born January 29, 1843, this future U.S. president was the 25th in office and the first to ride in an automobile.
Who is William McKinley?
On August 5, 1914, this invention was first put into operation in Cleveland, Ohio, to help organize America’s increasingly busy streets.
What is the electric traffic signal?
On May 19, 1536, this English queen and second wife of King Henry VIII was executed on charges including adultery and treason.
Who is Anne Boleyn?
Born on August 18, 1774, this American explorer co-led the Corps of Discovery with William Clark, charting the Louisiana Purchase to the Pacific.
Who is Meriwether Lewis?
On February 13, 1861, Congress met in a joint session to officially count the electoral votes confirming this Republican as president-elect after the 1860 election.
Who is Abraham Lincoln?