The Beatles Release First Album
On March 22, 1963, the Beatles released their first full-length album, “Please Please Me.”
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Death of Hollywood Icon Audrey Hepburn
Beloved actress and goodwill ambassador Audrey Hepburn died at her home in Switzerland on January 20, 1993
Aloha from Hawaii
On January 14, 1973, Elvis performed the first live worldwide broadcast concert – Aloha from Hawaii.
Birth of Richard Nixon
America’s 37th president, Richard Milhous Nixon was born into a poor Quaker family in Yorba Linda, California, on January 9, 1913. Largely remembered for the Watergate scandal and his resignation, he was considered an effective leader by many prior to his fall from grace.
First Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
On November 27, 1924, New York City hosted its first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Hailed as the world’s largest parade, the popular event boasts over 3.5 million spectators every year!
Birth of Eric Sevareid
Journalist and author Arnold Eric Sevareid was born on November 26, 1912, in Velva, North Dakota. After fearlessly reporting from the front lines during World War II, he went on to have a successful career in television news.
Happy Birthday Ed Sullivan
Legendary TV personality Ed Sullivan was born on September 28, 1901, in Harlem, New York City. He was called a “star-maker” because many of the guests on his TV show became household names after their appearances.
Happy Birthday Jim Henson
Puppeteer James Maury Henson was born on September 24, 1936, in Greenville, Mississippi. He’s best known as the creator of the Muppets as well as several beloved residents of Sesame Street.
America’s First Journalism School
On September 14, 1908, the University of Missouri School of Journalism became the first such school in the US, and only the second in the world. The school adopted a hands-on approach, known as the “Missouri Method.”