What Happened on July 12, 2021

Historical Events

  • At least 92 people die in a fire in a COVID-19 hospital ward in Iraqi city of Nasiriya

Famous Deaths

  • Edwin Edwards, American politician (Governor of Louisiana 1992-96), dies at 93
  • John L. Rotz, American thoroughbred jockey (Preakness Stakes 1962; Belmont Stakes 1970; Racing Hall of Fame 1983), dies at 86
  • Paul Orndorff, American pro wrestler (WWE Hall of Fame 2005; WCW World Tag Team C'ship [Paul Roma] 1995; "Mr Wonderful"), dies at 71
Died in 2021 2021 Highlights

About July 12, 2021

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 2 years, 9 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer

Holidays: Battle of the Boyne (United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Butter - BTS
  • UK #1 Song: Bad Habits - Ed Sheeran