1896 - The first modern Olympic Games began in Athens, Greece.
1916 - Charlie Chaplin became the highest-paid film star in the world when he signed a contract with Mutual Film Corporation for $675,000 a year. He was 26 years old.
1985 - William J. Schroeder became the first artificial heart recipient to be discharged from the hospital.
Birthdays:
Billy Dee (December) Williams 1937 - Actor ("Brian's Song", "The Return of the Jedi", "Batman")
Frank Black 1965 - Singer, musician (The Pixies)
Paul Rudd 1969 - Actor ("Friends")
1916 - Charlie Chaplin became the highest-paid film star in the world when he signed a contract with Mutual Film Corporation for $675,000 a year. He was 26 years old.
1985 - William J. Schroeder became the first artificial heart recipient to be discharged from the hospital.
Birthdays:
Billy Dee (December) Williams 1937 - Actor ("Brian's Song", "The Return of the Jedi", "Batman")
Frank Black 1965 - Singer, musician (The Pixies)
Paul Rudd 1969 - Actor ("Friends")
