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Famous Birth Today in History

Antoine-Joseph Sax

Antoine-Joseph Sax

Date of Birth

06 Nov, 1814

Date of Death

06 Feb, 1841

Age at time of Death

26 years

Cause of Death

Pneumonia

Nationality

Belgian

Famous As

Instrument Maker, Inventor, Musician

Antoine-Joseph Sax's Quotes

  • “Music is the language of the soul, and I aim to give it new expression.”

  • “My rivals oppose me, but my work will outlast their envy.”

  • “I wanted to create an instrument that could sing like the human voice and roar like a lion.”

  • “An instrument must serve the musician, not the other way around.”

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    Did You Know?
    • He faced lawsuits from competitors over his saxophone patent.

    • He went bankrupt twice due to business struggles.

    • His instruments were adopted by French military bands in the 1840s.

    • Sax survived several near-death experiences as a child, including falls and poisoning, earning the nickname "ghost-child."

    Famous Death Today in History

    Anthony Tiran Todd

    Anthony Tiran Todd

    Date of Birth

    04 Dec, 1954

    Date of Death

    06 Nov, 2024

    Age at time of Death

    69 years

    Cause of Death

    Unknown

    Nationality

    American

    Famous As

    Actor, Film Producer, Voice Actor

    Anthony Tiran Todd's Quotes

    • “When I was in theater conservatory, it was the best time in my life.”

    • “I don’t like being called by any particular character. That to me is an insult as an actor.”

    • “It’s very interesting that most of the roles I’ve gotten are grim, when I’m actually a very well-adjusted man and had a happy upbringing.”

    • “I guess there are some dark shadows somewhere in there, but I’m a big kid.”

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      Did You Know?
      • Beyond horror, Tony Todd is a classically trained actor with a strong background in theater, having performed in numerous Shakespearean roles across major stages.

      • He first gained major attention with his role as Ben in the 1990 remake of Night of the Living Dead.

      • Todd has lent his deep, resonant voice to numerous projects, including voice roles in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and video games like Call of Duty and Half-Life.

      • Tony Todd has achieved cult icon status, beloved by horror and sci-fi fans around the world.

      • Tony Todd is an American actor known for his deep voice and commanding presence.

      • Tony was stung 23 times by bees during Candyman filming, earning a $1,000 bonus per sting.

      Famous Births This Week In History

      • Antoine-Joseph Sax
        Adolphe Sax
        Born

        06 Nov, 1814

        Died

        06 Feb, 1841

        Nationality

        Belgian

        Age at time of death

        26

      • Stonewall Jackson
        Stonewall Jackson
        Born

        06 Nov, 1932

        Died

        04 Dec, 2021

        Nationality

        American

        Age at time of death

        89

      • Elwood Edwards
        Elwood Edwards
        Born

        06 Nov, 1949

        Died

        05 Nov, 2024

        Nationality

        American

        Age at time of death

        74

      • James Naismith:
        James Naismith
        Born

        06 Nov, 1861

        Died

        28 Nov, 1939

        Nationality

        Canadian, American

        Age at time of death

        78

      • Glenn Frey
        Glenn Frey
        Born

        06 Nov, 1948

        Died

        18 Jan, 2016

        Nationality

        American

        Age at time of death

        67

      • Lise Meitner
        Lise Meitner
        Born

        07 Nov, 1878

        Died

        27 Oct, 1968

        Nationality

        Austrian, Swedish

        Age at time of death

        89

      • C. V. Raman
        C. V. Raman
        Born

        07 Nov, 1888

        Died

        21 Nov, 1970

        Nationality

        Indian

        Age at time of death

        82

      • Marie Curie
        Marie Curie
        Born

        07 Nov, 1867

        Died

        04 Jul, 1934

        Nationality

        Polish, French

        Age at time of death

        66

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        Famous Deaths This Week In History

        • Anthony Tiran Todd
          Tony Todd
          Born

          04 Dec, 1954

          Died

          06 Nov, 2024

          Nationality

          American

          Age at time of death

          69

        • Catherine the Great
          Catherine the Great
          Born

          02 May, 1729

          Died

          06 Nov, 1796

          Nationality

          Russian

          Age at time of death

          67

        • George Williams
          George Williams
          Born

          11 Oct, 1821

          Died

          06 Nov, 1905

          Nationality

          British

          Age at time of death

          84

        • James Dewey Watson
          James Watson
          Born

          06 Apr, 1928

          Died

          06 Nov, 2025

          Nationality

          American

          Age at time of death

          97

        • Terrence Stephen McQueen
          Stephen McQueen
          Born

          24 Mar, 1930

          Died

          07 Nov, 1980

          Nationality

          American

          Age at time of death

          50

        • Norm Crosby
          Norm Crosby
          Born

          15 Sep, 1927

          Died

          07 Nov, 2020

          Nationality

          Australian

          Age at time of death

          93

        • Will Durant
          Will Durant
          Born

          05 Nov, 1885

          Died

          07 Nov, 1981

          Nationality

          American

          Age at time of death

          96

        • Frank Borman
          Frank Borman
          Born

          14 Mar, 1928

          Died

          07 Nov, 2023

          Nationality

          American

          Age at time of death

          95

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          Quote of the Week

          • Richard Merrill Cohen

            “I am not defined by multiple sclerosis. I have MS, MS does not have me.”

            Richard Merrill Cohen

            Author, Journalist

          • Yvonne Barr

            “Science was a chapter, not my whole story”

            Yvonne Barr

            Researcher, Teacher

          • David Roger Johansen

            “The New York Dolls weren’t about rebellion. We were about liberation.”

            David Roger Johansen

            Actor, Singer

          • Joseph Glidden

            “"In the face of challenges, a determined spirit and relentless effort can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.”

            Joseph Glidden

            Businessman, Farmer

          • Carl Friedrich Gauss

            “Mathematics is the queen of sciences, and number theory is the queen of mathematics.”

            Carl Friedrich Gauss

            Geodesist, Mathematician

          • Glória Maria Matta da Silva

            “I don't want to be an example of anything. I just want to be myself.”

            Glória Maria Matta da Silva

            Brazilian journalist, Reporter

          • Ronald Reagan

            “The trouble with our Liberal friends is not that they're ignorant; it's just that they know so much that isn't so.”

            Ronald Reagan

            Actor, Politician

          • Gertrude Elion

            “I think you can do anything you want to if you’re willing to try hard enough.””

            Gertrude Elion

            Biochemist, Pharmacologist

          • George Richard Chamberlain

            “I've learned, I think, to be able to distinguish between the necessary and the unnecessary as far as my limited outside time is concerned. Saying 'no' politely is a necessity if one wants to lead any kind of stable life.”

            George Richard Chamberlain

            American actor, Singer

          • Beulah Louise Henry

            “If necessity is the mother of invention, then I’m its daughter.”

            Beulah Louise Henry

            Entrepreneur, Inventor

          • Morton Künstler

            “Art is the storyteller’s voice made visible.”

            Morton Künstler

            Illustrator, Historical artist

          • Jack Leroy Wilson Jr.

            “A lot of people have accused [Elvis Presley] of stealing the black man's music, when in fact almost every black solo entertainer copied his stage mannerisms from Elvis.”

            Jack Leroy Wilson Jr.

            American singer

          • Sally Ann Howes

            “If you want to make a song more hummy, add a few tiddely poms." - From "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" as Truly Scrumptious.”

            Sally Ann Howes

            Actress, Singer

          • Lucian Freud

            “The longer you look at an object, the more abstract it becomes, and, ironically, the more real.”

            Lucian Freud

            Draughtsman, Painter

          • Edward Jenner

            “I shall endeavour still further to prosecute this inquiry, an inquiry I trust not merely speculative, but of sufficient moment to inspire the pleasing hope of its becoming essentially beneficial to mankind.”

            Edward Jenner

            Physician, Scientist

          • James Joseph Brown

            “I wasn't just a fan, I was his brother. He said I was good and I said he was good; we never argued about that. Elvis was a hard worker, dedicated, and God loved him. Last time I saw him was at Graceland. We sang "Old Blind Barnabus" together, a gospel song. I love him and hope to see him in heaven. There'll never be another like that soul brother.”

            James Joseph Brown

            American singer, Dancer

            Richard Merrill Cohen
            ““I am not defined by multiple sclerosis. I have MS, MS does not have me.””
            Richard Merrill Cohen
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            Notable People Who Died in 2025

            • Pope Francis

              Pope Francis

              1936 - 2025 - (Aged: 88)

              Archbishop, Pope, Priest

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              David Lynch

              1946 - 2025 - (Aged: 78)

              Actor, American filmmaker, Musician, Visual artist

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            • Dick Button

              Dick Button

              1929 - 2025 - (Aged: 95)

              Figure skater, Skating analyst

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            • Emilio Echevarría

              Emilio Echevarría

              1944 - 2025 - (Aged: 80)

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            • Garth Hudson

              Garth Hudson

              1937 - 2025 - (Aged: 87)

              Composer, Multi-instrumentalist, Songwriter

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            • Gene Hackman

              Gene Hackman

              1930 - 2025 - (Aged: 95)

              Actor

              Imaginative and strategic thinkers, with a plan for everything. A quiet, determined thinker who always had a plan and never stopped until he mastered his craft.

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            • Geneviève Page

              Geneviève Page

              1927 - 2025 - (Aged: 97)

              French actress

              Quiet and mystical, yet very inspiring and tireless idealists. Geneviève Page was a refined, introspective, and intelligent individual with a quiet strength and deep emotional insight.

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            • George Foreman

              George Foreman

              1949 - 2025 - (Aged: 76)

              American professional boxer, Author, Businessman, Minister

              Bold, imaginative and strong-willed leaders, always finding a way – or making one. George Foreman was a bold, resilient, and charismatic leader who thrived on challenge, reinvention, and achievement—demonstrating strategic thinking, unwavering determination, and the ability to inspire others both in and out of the ring.

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            • George Wendt

              George Wendt

              1948 - 2025 - (Aged: 76)

              Actor, Comedian

              Very dedicated and warm protectors, always ready to defend their loved ones. George is a humble, dependable, and kind-hearted person who brings warmth and loyalty to everything he does.

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            • Irv Gotti

              Irv Gotti

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              Music Executive, Record Producer

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            • Angie Stone

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