12 May - Katharine Hepburn - American stage and film actress was born

 

Katharine Hepburn (12 May 1907 – 29 June 2003).She was a legendary American actress known for her fierce independence, intelligence, and distinctive voice. She had a career spanning over six decades and appeared in more than 60 films. Hepburn won four Academy Awards for Best Actress, a record that still stands, and she was nominated for a total of 12 Oscars.

Hepburn's acting style was characterized by her natural grace, wit, and strength, often portraying strong-willed and independent women. Some of her most famous films include "The Philadelphia Story," "Bringing Up Baby," "The African Queen," and "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner."

Off-screen, Hepburn was known for her unconventional lifestyle, defying societal norms and expectations, and her long-time relationship with fellow actor Spencer Tracy, despite his marriage to another woman. She was also known for her outspokenness and advocacy for causes such as women's rights and environmental conservation.

Hepburn's legacy extends far beyond her film career; she remains an icon of American cinema and a symbol of strength and resilience for generations of fans.

17 January - Muhammad Ali birth anniversary

 

Muhammad Ali (17 January 1942 – 03 June 2016) was an American professional boxer and activist. Nicknamed "The Greatest", he is regarded as one of the most significant sports figures of the 20th century and is frequently ranked as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time.In 1999, he was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the Sports Personality of the Century by the BBC.

Outside boxing, Ali attained success as a spoken word artist, releasing two studio albums: I Am the Greatest! (1963) and The Adventures of Ali and His Gang vs. Mr. Tooth Decay (1976). Both albums received Grammy Award nominations. He also featured as an actor and writer, releasing two autobiographies. Ali retired from boxing in 1981 and focused on religion, philanthropy and activism. In 1984, he made public his diagnosis of Parkinson's syndrome, which some reports attributed to boxing-related injuries,though he and his specialist physicians disputed this.He remained an active public figure globally, but in his later years made fewer public appearances as his condition worsened, and he was cared for by his family.