1989⚡ Event
Murder of Rebecca Schaeffer
American actress Rebecca Schaeffer was shot and killed by Robert John Bardo. This event prompted the passage of anti-stalking laws in California.
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What Happened on July 18?
Discover 15 historical moments on July 18 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Rebecca Schaeffer
Historical Events on July 18(5)
1995⚡ Event
Selena's album Dreaming of You released
Selena's album Dreaming of You, instrumental in popularizing Tejano music, was released posthumously.
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2012⚡ Event
Burgas Airport bus bombing
A suicide bomber attacked an Israeli tour bus at Burgas Airport, Bulgaria. This led to Hezbollah's military branch being designated a terrorist organization by the EU.
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2014⚡ Event
Silvio Berlusconi conviction overturned
The conviction of former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi for paying an underage prostitute was overturned on appeal.
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2019⚡ Event
Kyoto Animation arson attack
An arson attack at the studio of Kyoto Animation in Japan resulted in the deaths of 36 people.
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Famous Birthdays on July 18(5)
Notable Deaths on July 18(5)
2023🕊️ Death
Oommen Chandy
Oommen Chandy was an Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Kerala.
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2024🕊️ Death
Lou Dobbs
Lou Dobbs was an American political commentator and television host.
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July 18 in History
July 18 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1989 to the present day.
Major Events on July 18
Among the most notable events on July 18: Murder of Rebecca Schaeffer (1989), Selena's album Dreaming of You released (1995), Burgas Airport bus bombing (2012). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on July 18
Notable figures born on July 18 include Yung Lean, Bam Adebayo, Noah Lyles. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on July 18
Remembered figures who died on July 18 include Oommen Chandy, Lou Dobbs, Abner Haynes. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on July 18?
- July 18 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on July 18?
- One of the most notable events on July 18 is: Murder of Rebecca Schaeffer.
- Who was born on July 18?
- Famous figures born on July 18 include Yung Lean, Bam Adebayo, Noah Lyles.
- How many historical events happened on July 18?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on July 18, spanning centuries of world history.
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