Historical Events
- 24-year-old Rumeysa Gelgi from Turkey confirmed as World's tallest living woman by Guinness World Records at 215.16 centimeters 215.16cm (7ft 0.7in) [1]
- Bow and arrow terrorist attack kills five and injuries two in Kongsberg, Norway
Film & TV History
William Shatner becomes the oldest person to reach space, travelling aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket on a 10 minute flight
Famous Deaths
- Dale Kildee, American politician (Rep-D-Michigan, 1977-2013), dies at 92
- Gary Paulsen, American author of young adult literature, dies of a heart attack at 82
- Norm Provan, Australian rugby league second rower (14 Tests; St. George RLFC NSWRL Premiers 1956-66; RL "Immortal") and coach (St. George, Parramatta, Cronulla), dies at 89
- Otis Armstrong, American College Football HOF running back (Purdue; All-Pro 1974; Pro Bowl 1974, 76; Denver Broncos), dies at 70
- Ray Fosse, American baseball catcher (MLB All-Star, Gold Glove Award 1970, 71 Cleveland Indians; World Series Oakland A's 1973, 74) and broadcaster (Oakland A's NBC), dies of cancer at 74
Died in 2021 2021 Highlights
About October 13, 2021
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 2 years, 6 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
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#1 Song: Stay - The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber
#1 Song: Shivers - Ed Sheeran
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