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Everything important that’s ever happened on January 25:

1961 — One Hundred and One Dalmatians premiered in the United States, becoming a beloved classic in animated cinema.

1945 — Grand Rapids, Michigan, became the first US city to add fluoride to its water supply in an effort to prevent tooth decay.

1949 — The inaugural Emmy Awards ceremony took place in Los Angeles, celebrating outstanding achievements in the emerging television industry.

1533 — King Henry VIII of England secretly married Anne Boleyn, setting the stage for historic political and religious upheaval.

41 CE — Claudius was affirmed as a Roman emperor, securing his place in the tumultuous history of imperial Rome.

🎂 Today’s Birthdays

On January 25, we’re singing to:

Robert Burns (1759) — Scottish poet celebrated for his timeless works such as “Auld Lang Syne” and “Tam o' Shanter,” which continue to shape Scottish culture and literature.

Virginia Woolf (1882) — British writer and pioneer of modernist literature, known for groundbreaking novels like Mrs Dalloway and To the Lighthouse.

Princess Charlene (1978) — Princess of Monaco, former Olympic swimmer, and global advocate for children’s welfare and water safety initiatives.

Volodymyr Zelensky (1978) — President of Ukraine, former comedian, and actor who became an international symbol of resilience and leadership during times of crisis.

Alicia Keys (1981) — Award-winning musician and singer-songwriter celebrated for hits like “Fallin'” and “If I Ain’t Got You,” as well as her powerful voice in both music and activism.

 🪦Who Died Today?

On January 25, we’re saying goodbye to:

Robert Burton (1640) — English author, scholar, and clergyman best known for his influential work The Anatomy of Melancholy, a profound study of human psychology.

Al Capone (1947) — Infamous American gangster and crime boss during the Prohibition era, whose criminal empire made him one of the most notorious figures in US history.

Ava Gardner (1990) — Iconic Hollywood actress known for her roles in The Killers and Mogambo, celebrated for her beauty and magnetic screen presence.

Mary Tyler Moore (2017) — Beloved American actress and television icon famous for The Mary Tyler Moore Show, which redefined the role of women in television comedy.

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