Also on This Day in History May 4
Discover what happened on May 4 with HISTORY's summaries of major events, anniversaries,
famous births and notable deaths.
Births on This Day, May 4
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1929
Audrey Hepburn
Belgian-born British actress and humanitarian
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1958
Keith Haring
American artist
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1959
Randy Travis
American country music singer and actor
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1928
Hosni Mubarak
Egyptian President
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1953
Pia Zadora
American actress and singer
Deaths on This Day, May 4
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1984
Diana Dors [Fluck]
British actress and singer
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1990
Don Appell
American writer and director
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1991
Bernie Winters [Weinstein]
British comedian, actor, and TV presenter
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2012
Adam Yauch (MCA)
American musician (Beastie Boys)
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1997
Vijayananda Dahanayake
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka
1979
Margaret Thatcher Becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (1979)
On May 4, 1979, Margaret Thatcher became the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Her tenure as Prime Minister marked a significant period in British politics, characterized by conservative policies and economic reforms.
1993
Audrey Hepburn, Iconic Actress, Dies (1993)
Audrey Hepburn, renowned for her elegance and iconic performances in films like "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and "Roman Holiday", passed away on May 4, 1993. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of actors and fans around the world.
1776
Rhode Island Declares Independence from Great Britain (1776)
On May 4, 1776, the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations declared its independence from Great Britain, becoming the first of the Thirteen Colonies to do so. This declaration paved the way for Rhode Island's role in the American Revolutionary War and its eventual statehood.
1929
Audrey Hepburn Is Born (1929)
On May 4, 1929, Audrey Hepburn, one of the most beloved and iconic actresses of Hollywood's Golden Age, was born in Brussels, Belgium. Hepburn's grace, talent, and humanitarian work continue to inspire admiration worldwide.