Terry Fox Day
Terry Fox Day, August 5, 2024: Honoring Terry Fox's courageous battle against cancer and inspiring a nation with his unwavering determination and resilience. more >>
National Oyster Day
National Oyster Day, August 5, 2024, indulge in oyster dishes, special deals, and savor the flavor! more >>
National Underwear Day
National Underwear Day, 8/5/2024: Embrace comfort, confidence, and self-acceptance on this fun and empowering holiday promoting body positivity and self-love. more >>
Natal Day
Natal Day, August 5, 2024: Join the joyous celebration honoring a city or province's founding, with parades, music, and cultural events. more >>
British Columbia Day
British Columbia Day, August 5, 2024: Discover the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and vibrant cities of British Columbia, Canada's westernmost province. more >>
New South Wales Bank Holiday
New South Wales Bank Holiday on 8/5/2024: A day to unwind, recharge and refocus with family and friends. more >>
Work Like a Dog Day
Work Like a Dog Day, 8/5/2024, honor colleagues, friends & family who go above & beyond, boosting morale & motivation. more >>
Start-Up Day Across America
Start-Up Day Across America, 8/5/2024: Honoring innovation, entrepreneurship, and the spirit of startups driving economic growth and job creation. more >>
Civic/Provincial Day
Civic/Provincial Day, 8/5/2024: Discover local culture, history, and traditions through vibrant parades, music, dance, and cuisine. more >>
Neil Armstrong
Died in 2012, aged 82
First person to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission, marking a historic milestone in space exploration.
Maureen McCormick
68 Years Old
Best known for playing Marcia Brady on the iconic 1970s sitcom "The Brady Bunch," she's a beloved figure in American pop culture.
James Gunn
54 Years Old
A multi-talented creative force behind iconic superhero movies and TV shows, known for blending humor and action in his projects. He's the mastermind behind the Guardians of the Ga...
Jesse Williams
44 Years Old
An American actor, director, producer, and political activist, known for his roles in Grey's Anatomy and advocating for social justice and civil rights. He's a prominent voice in t...
Patrick Ewing
62 Years Old
A legendary basketball Hall of Famer who dominated the court as a player and now coaches, known for his impressive shot-blocking skills and leading Georgetown University to a natio...
John Huston
Died in 1987, aged 81
A legendary filmmaker behind iconic movies like "The Maltese Falcon" and "The African Queen", known for his gritty, realistic storytelling and memorable characters.
Anthony Edwards
23 Years Old
NBA point guard and Olympic gold medalist known for his explosive athleticism and clutch performances. He's a Minnesota Timberwolves legend and 1996 NBA Rookie of the Year.
Marine Le Pen
56 Years Old
A French far-right politician and lawyer who has been a prominent figure in European politics, known for her nationalist and anti-immigration views.
Pete Burns
Died in 2016, aged 57
Lead singer of Dead or Alive, known for androgynous appearance and hit song "You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)".
Wassily Leontief
Died in 1999, aged 93
Developed the input-output method, a mathematical approach to understand the interdependencies of different sectors in an economy, revolutionizing the field of economics.
Loni Anderson
79 Years Old
A blonde bombshell of 1980s television, starring as Jennifer Marlowe on the sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati" and later appearing in various films and TV shows. Known for her stunning lo...
Colin McRae
Died in 2007, aged 39
A Scottish rally driver who won the World Rally Championship in 1995 and was known for his aggressive and attacking driving style. He also had a popular video game series named aft...