Born on This Day
French philosopher and author who challenged authority, religion and societal norms in works like the 1759 satire "Candide."
Icelandic singer, songwriter and actress famed for integrating electronic and organic sounds.
Football star whose defensive play led the New York Giants to win Super Bowl XLII. Co-host of ABC's "Good Morning America."
WABC radio fires influential deejay Alan Freed for refusing to swear that he never received “payola” for playing music on air. Freed, credited with popularizing rock ‘n’ roll and mainstreaming R&B, pled guilty to commercial bribery three years later.
Timeline
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