🗓️ On This Day - May 4th
May the Fourth be with you! Today we celebrate both fictional and real-life heroes, but that's not all that's note-worthy today! Keep reading to find out what else happened on May 4th - it might be a surprising read (and congratulations if you're celebrating today).
On this day
Remembering Anne Frank
The Anne Frank Foundation was first set up in Amsterdam, Netherlands on May 4th, 1957, to help preserve Frank's legacy. The foundation manages the Anne Frank House Museum, where Frank and her family took refuge from Nazi forces during World War II, and organizes educational projects to promote her message of hope, peace, and tolerance. It's a message we should all pay attention to!
And the Grammy goes to…
The first-ever Grammy Awards ceremony was held on this day in 1959 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, with comedian Mort Sahl taking the presenter podium. The very first winners included the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, and Henry Mancini, with each artist taking home two gongs. The Grammys are still a really big deal to this day!
Greenpeace took shape.
While they’ve been around for much longer, eco-protectors Greenpeace adopted the iconic name back on May 4th, 1971. They were previously known as The Don’t Make A Wave Committee - we think the new name rolls off the tongue a little better!
The Iron Lady took force.
On this day in 1979, Margaret Thatcher made political history by becoming the first female Prime Minister in the UK's history. She was a prominent though controversial political figure in British politics, serving for three whole terms before resigning in 1990. Thatcher's run at the top earned her admiration and criticism in equal measure!
MacFarlane makes TV writing history.
On May 4th, 2008, Seth MacFarlane, the creator of the hit animated sitcoms "Family Guy" and "American Dad," signed a whopping $100 million deal with Fox to keep both shows on the air until 2012. The agreement made MacFarlane the highest-paid television writer in the world at the time!
Special Days Falling on May 4th
Today we celebrate Firefighters, Password security, and Star Wars! Let’s go “fourth”...
World Password Day
Today’s a day all about raising awareness about the importance of strong password security. It’s the perfect reminder for individuals, organizations, and businesses to take measures to protect their online accounts and data from hackers and cyber threats. Change your passwords now!
Star Wars Day
Star Wars Day is an annual celebration that takes place on May 4th, inspired by the phrase "May the Fourth be with you" - a punny twist on "May the force be with you." Get it? Fans of the franchise celebrate by re-watching the movies, dressing up as characters, and hosting parties. Time to break out the lightsaber!
International Firefighters’ Day
Today is a great day to honor the work and sacrifices of real-life heroes around the world. The day was first established in 1999 after a tragic wildfire in Australia took the lives of five firefighters. Firefighters' Day recognizes the bravery and dedication of those who risk their lives to save others from horrific blazes.
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This month in history
National Foster Care Month was first marked in the US, and we’ve been celebrating it ever since! This special month-long celebration was first established in 1988 by then-US President Ronald Reagan to help raise awareness about the needs of children in foster care as well as to recognize the contributions of the amazing people who become foster parents, social workers, and others.
Famous Birthdays on May 4th
If you were born on May 4th…
You are a passionate, and stubborn Taurus! Other traits of this amazing star sign include being practical, reliable, and faithful.
However, Taureans are known for their resistance to change. Taureans work hard for the things they enjoy and they tend to have a penchant for luxury and comfort.
When dealing with a Taurus, it’s essential to have patience because they can be difficult to persuade once they have made up their mind! Read more on our Taurus fact file page.
