February 6

A quick look at Today in History, check out some Celebrity Birthdays, and find out what Days of the Year to celebrate.

TODAY IN HISTORY:

1788 – Massachusetts became the sixth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.

1815 – The state of New Jersey issued the first American railroad charter to John Stevens.

1844 – In Michigan, after a long going battle between Lucius Lyon and Louis Campau, the Village of “Kent” was renamed “Grand Rapids”.

1911 – The first old-age home for pioneers opened in Prescott, AZ.

1924 – Michigan’s first highway signs were erected.

1926 – The National Football League adopted a rule that made players ineligible for competition until their college class graduated.

1932 – Dog sled racing happened for the first time in Olympic competition.

1933 – The 20th Amendment to the Constitution went into effect to move the start of Presidential, Vice-Presidential and Congressional terms from March to January.

1956 – St. Patrick Center, the first circular school building in the U.S., opened in Kankakee, IL.

1959 – Jack Kilby of Texas Instruments filed the first patent for an integrated circuit.

1959 – The first successful test firing of a Titan intercontinental ballistic missile was accomplished at Cape Canaveral, FL.

1971 – NASA Astronaut Alan B. Shepard used a six-iron, that he had brought on the flight, and swung at three golf balls on the surface of the Moon.

1973 – Construction began on the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

1981 – Former Beatles Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison teamed up to record a tribute to John Lennon. The song “All Those Years” went to #2.

1985 – The French mineral water company, Perrier, debuted its first new product in 123 years — water with a twist of lemon, lime or orange.

1986 – Bette Midler received a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame.

1987 – Sonny Bono entered politics when he declared his candidacy for mayor of Palm Springs, CA, a race he went on to win.

1987 – President Ronald Reagan turned 76 years old, making him the eldest serving President in U.S. history.

1988 – Michael Jordan made his signature slam dunk from the free throw line, inspiring Air Jordan and the Jumpman logo.

1990 – Billy Idol broke several bones in a serious motorcycle accident after finishing an album called “Charmed Life”. Because of his injuries, he was forced to bow out of a major role in Oliver Stone’s “Doors” movie.

1998 – President Bill Clinton signed a bill changing the name of Washington National Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

1999 – Excerpts of former White House intern Monica Lewinsky’s videotaped testimony were shown at President Bill Clinton’s impeachment trial.

2000 – First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton formally declared her candidacy for a Senator seat in the state of New York.

2002 – A federal judge ordered John Walker Lindh to be held without bail pending trial. Lindh was known as the “American Taliban.”

2004 – Robert Blake fired his lawyers, putting his murder trial on hold.

2006 – In Hungary, an ice skater fell through the ice into a freezing lake. The skater managed to survive by holding onto the edge of the ice with her teeth for ten minutes. She had to use her teeth because her hands were stiff because of the cold.

2006 – The animated TV series “American Dad” premiered on Fox after Super Bowl XXXIX.

2014 – Jay Leno’s final “Tonight Show” (which he began hosting in 1992) aired on NBC TV.

2018 – SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy, a super heavy launch vehicle, made its maiden flight.

2019 – Australian researchers determined that honeybees could add and subtract and understood the concept of zero.

2020 – The first COVID-19 death was recorded in the United States. It wasn’t confirmed by the CDC until April 21st.

BIRTHDAYS:

Mamie Van Doren – 95 years old (1931) – Actress and model

Mike Farrell – 87 years old (1939) – Actor, director, producer, activist and public speaker

Tom Brokaw – 86 years old (1940) – Journalist and author

Gigi Perreau – 85 years old (1941) – Actress and director

Fabian Forte – 83 years old (1943) – Pop singer and actor

Michael Tucker – 81 years old (1945) – Actor and producer

Jim Turner – 80 years old (1946) – Captain and politician

Mike Anderson – 77 years old (1949) – former American football player

Timothy M. Dolan – 76 years old (1950) – Cardinal

Punky Meadows – 76 years old (1950) – Rock guitarist and songwriter

John Kuester – 71 years old (1955) – Basketball player and coach

Michael Pollan – 71 years old (1955) – Journalist, author, and academic

Jerry Marotta – 70 years old (1956) – Drummer

Kathy Najimy – 69 years old (1957) – Actress and comedian

Robert Townsend – 69 years old (1957) – Actor and director

Megan Gallagher – 66 years old (1960) – Actress

Cam Cameron – 65 years old (1961) – Football player and coach

Bill Lester – 65 years old (1961) – Race car driver

Axl Rose – 64 years old (1962) – Singer-songwriter and producer

Scott Gordon – 63 years old (1963) – Ice hockey player and coach

Anita Cochran – 59 years old (1967) – Singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer

David Hayter – 57 years old (1969) – Actor and screenwriter

Bob Wickman – 57 years old (1969) – Baseball player

Tim Herron – 56 years old (1970) – Golfer

Carlos Rogers – 55 years old (1971) – Basketball player

Brian Stepanek – 55 years old (1971) – Actor

David Binn – 54 years old (1972) – Football player

Chad Allen – 51 years old (1975) – Baseball player and coach

Kim Zmeskal – 50 years old (1976) – Gymnast and coach

Josh Stewart – 49 years old (1977) – Actor

Konnor – 46 years old (1980) – Wrestler

Luke Ravenstahl – 46 years old (1980) – Politician, 58th Mayor of Pittsburgh

Ricky Barnes – 45 years old (1981) – Golfer

Calum Best – 45 years old (1981) – American-English model and actor

Alison Haislip – 45 years old (1981) – Actress and producer

Elise Ray – 44 years old (1982) – Gymnast

Antoine Wright – 42 years old (1984) – Basketball player

Kris Humphries – 41 years old (1985) – Basketball player

Crystal Reed – 41 years old (1985) – Actress

Dane DeHaan – 40 years old (1986) – Actor

Tony Johnson – 40 years old (1986) – Mixed martial artist

Pedro Álvarez – 39 years old (1987) – Dominican-American baseball player

Travis Wood – 39 years old (1987) – Baseball player

Anna Diop – 38 years old (1988) – Senegalese-American actress

Bailey Hanks – 38 years old (1988) – Actress, singer, and dancer

Jonny Flynn – 37 years old (1989) – Basketball player

Jermaine Kearse – 36 years old (1990) – Football player

Teresa Scanlan – 33 years old (1993) – Beauty pageant titleholder, Miss America 2011

Tinashe – 33 years old (1993) – Singer-songwriter, dancer, and actress

Kevon Looney – 30 years old (1996) – Basketball player

Adley Rutschman – 28 years old (1998) – Baseball player

TODAY IS:

• National Bubble Gum Day: Chewy, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this sweet treat is perfect for blowing bubbles and bringing a smile to your face.
• Pay a Compliment Day:
• National Woman’s Heart Day:
• National Give Kids a Smile Day: Ensuring little ones sport bright smiles by nurturing their toothy grins, it's about fostering habits that keep those pearly whites shining.
• National Frozen Yogurt Day: Indulge in a cool, creamy dessert that's good for you! Top it with your favorite fruit and feel the guilt-free satisfaction.
• National Working Naked Day: Embracing the comfort of familiar surroundings, remote work offers the freedom to craft a productive, personalized workspace while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• World Muay Thai Day:
• Ronald Reagan Day:
• National Wear Red Day: Rocking vibrant red outfits to spotlight heart health sends a powerful message of awareness and support for a cause that truly matters.
• Number Day: Unleashing curiosity, sparking puzzles, and making numbers an exciting adventure ignites young minds, fostering a lifelong love for math.
• Reclaim Social Day:
• National Chopsticks Day: Take part in an ancient tradition that has been around for thousands of years in the Asian culture by eating with and enjoying the unique experience of chopsticks.
• National Valentine Shopping Reminder Day:
• Sami National Day:
• National Eighties Day:
• National Lame Duck Day: Being in a position of limited influence, these folks can sometimes surprise everyone with unexpected moves, making politics oddly intriguing.
• Waitangi Day:
• Women’s Heart Week: Promoting cardiovascular wellness in women empowers vibrant lives, ensuring resilient hearts beat to life's rhythm.
• Shape Up With Pickles Time:
• World Interfaith Harmony Week:
• Chiang Mai Flower Festival:
• National Green Week:
• La Poutine Week:
• Pay Your Bills Week:
• National School Counseling Week: Like superheroes, with tissues and good advice, school counselors help students conquer everything from bullies to bad grades.
• Pride In Foodservice Week: Behind every delicious meal and drink is an army of chefs, servers, and bartenders working to make your dining experience memorable.
• Boy Scouts Anniversary Week: Exploring the great outdoors, learning survival skills, and making new friends – who needs video games when you have camping gear and s'mores?
• Burn Awareness Week: As much as we love the warmth and coziness of fires, it's important to always be cautious and aware of potential hazards.
• National Patient Recognition Week: Acknowledging and valuing those who rely on care and support — a simple yet profound act that keeps the human connection alive.
• African Heritage and Health Week: If you're looking for delicious, healthy cuisine, look no further than the diverse array of African dishes.

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