Thelonious Monk was born on this day in 1917. Creative jazz pianist who invented a new musical style, bebop. Was featured alongside Louis Armstrong on Time Magazine as one of the five most influential jazz musicians.
Also born on this day? David Lee Roth. Comes from a family of surgeons, as his father, two uncles, and grandfather were all surgeons.
Another personality celebrating today, Mario Lopez. First became famous on Saved By The Bell, moved onto other endeavors including Dancing With The Stars.
And, Dale Jr... NASCAR racing driver who has won the Most Popular Driver Award nine times.
1 more, Edward D. Wood Jr... Wrote, produced, and directed some pretty campy films, notable "Planet 9 From Outer Space". Was dressed in skirts and dresses until he was 12.
And I thought today was just another day.
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