September 20: What Happened on This Day in History

Sophia Loren (1934)

Sophia Loren is an iconic Italian actress celebrated worldwide for her beauty, elegance, and exceptional talent. Rising from poverty in post-war Italy, she captivated audiences with her performances in both European and Hollywood cinema. Loren won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Two Women' (1960), becoming the first actor to win an Oscar for a foreign-language … [bio]

Anne Meara (1929)

Anne Meara was an American actress, comedian, and writer, best known as one half of the comedy duo Stiller and Meara with her husband, Jerry Stiller. She had a prolific career in television, film, and theater, and was recognized for her sharp wit and comedic timing. [bio]

Jon Bernthal (1976)

Jon Bernthal is an American actor best known for his intense, physical performances in television and film. He gained widespread recognition for his roles as Shane Walsh in AMC's 'The Walking Dead' and Frank Castle/The Punisher in Netflix's Marvel series 'Daredevil' and 'The Punisher.' Bernthal is noted for his versatility and powerful presence on screen. [bio]

Maggie Cheung (1964)

Maggie Cheung is a renowned Hong Kong actress recognized for her significant contributions to Asian and international cinema. She is best known for her roles in acclaimed films such as 'In the Mood for Love', 'Hero', and 'Centre Stage'. Cheung has won numerous awards for her performances, establishing herself as one of the most influential actresses in the Chinese-speaking world. [bio]

Aldis Hodge (1986)

Aldis Hodge is an American actor known for his work in television and film, especially for his roles in series such as 'Leverage' and 'City on a Hill,' as well as films like 'Hidden Figures' and 'One Night in Miami.' [bio]

Henrik Larsson (1971)

Henrik Larsson is a Swedish former professional footballer and football manager, widely regarded as one of Sweden’s greatest soccer talents. Renowned for his prolific goal-scoring ability, he enjoyed a long and successful playing career at clubs including Celtic, Barcelona, and Manchester United, as well as representing Sweden internationally. [bio]

Kristen Johnston (1967)

Kristen Johnston is an American actress best known for her role as Sally Solomon on the NBC sitcom '3rd Rock from the Sun.' She has received critical acclaim, earning two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her performance. [bio]

Gary Cole (1956)

Gary Cole is an American actor known for his extensive work in television, film, and voice acting. He gained critical acclaim for his roles in 'Office Space', 'Veep', 'The West Wing', and for voicing various characters in animated series. [bio]

Sammi Hanratty (1995)

Sammi Hanratty is an American actress best known for her roles in television series such as 'Pushing Daisies,' 'Salem,' and 'Shameless,' as well as her starring role as the young Misty Quigley in the acclaimed series 'Yellowjackets.' She has also appeared in multiple films and earned recognition as a versatile performer since childhood. [bio]

Asia Argento (1975)

Asia Argento is an Italian actress, director, screenwriter, and singer, known for her work in European and international cinema. She has appeared in films like 'xXx', 'Scarlet Diva', and 'The Stendhal Syndrome,' and is also recognized for her contributions to the #MeToo movement. [bio]

Curtis Hanson (2016)

Curtis Hanson was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for his work on acclaimed movies such as 'L.A. Confidential,' '8 Mile,' and 'The Hand That Rocks the Cradle.' He was celebrated for his sharp storytelling and ability to tackle diverse genres in Hollywood. [bio]

Jim Croce (1973)

Jim Croce was an American folk and rock singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt lyrics and storytelling songs. He achieved national fame in the early 1970s with hits such as "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" and "Time in a Bottle." Croce's career was tragically cut short when he died in a plane crash in 1973. [bio]

Polly Bergen (2014)

Polly Bergen was an American actress, singer, television host, and businesswoman known for her spanning career in film, television, and theatre from the 1950s through the 2000s. [bio]

Richard Dix (1949)

Richard Dix was an American actor prominent during the silent and early sound film eras, best known for his leading role in 'Cimarron' (1931), which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. [bio]

Roy Kinnear (1988)

Actor (casanova.

Glenn Strange (1973)

Actor (sam, the bartender-gunsmoke), is killed at 74.

Paul Erdős (1996)

Legendary Hungarian mathematician known for his prolific collaborative work in combinatorics and graph theory.

Takako Doi (2014)

Prominent Japanese politician who served as the 68th speaker of Japan's House of Representatives, playing a significant role in national...

Erich Hartmann (1993)

Erich Hartmann was the most successful fighter pilot in history, known as the 'Black Devil' by Soviet forces.

Giorgos Seferis (1971)

Giorgos Seferis was a renowned Greek poet, diplomat, and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate who significantly influenced modern Greek poetry...