1980⚡ Event
Dallas "Who Shot J.R.?" Episode Airs
The American soap opera Dallas aired "A House Divided," sparking eight months of international speculation over the cliffhanger, "Who shot J.R.?"
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What Happened on March 21?
Discover 15 historical moments on March 21 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on March 21(5)
1983⚡ Event
West Bank Poison Gas Accusations
Palestinian girls in the West Bank reported breathing difficulties and strange odors, leading to accusations of poison gas attacks.
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2006⚡ Event
Vandalism of Erawan Shrine
A man smashed the statue of Phra Phrom at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok, Thailand, with a hammer. He was subsequently beaten to death by bystanders.
2006⚡ Event
First Twitter Message Sent
Jack Dorsey sent the first message on the social-media network Twitter.
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2019⚡ Event
Yancheng Chemical Plant Explosion
A major explosion at a chemical plant in Yancheng, China, killed 78 people and injured 640 others.
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Famous Birthdays on March 21(5)
2000🎂 Birth
Birth of Yoon San-ha
Yoon San-ha, a South Korean singer and actor, was born.
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Notable Deaths on March 21(5)
2021🕊️ Death
Death of Nawal El Saadawi
Nawal El Saadawi, an Egyptian secularist and feminist, died. She was a significant voice for women's rights.
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2023🕊️ Death
Death of Willis Reed
Willis Reed, an American basketball player, passed away. He was a prominent figure in the sport.
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of Kitty Dukakis
Kitty Dukakis, an American author and former First Lady of Massachusetts, died.
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2025🕊️ Death
Death of George Foreman
George Foreman, an American boxer, actor, and businessman, died.
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2026🕊️ Death
Death of Michael Lyster
Michael Lyster, an Irish radio and television broadcaster, died.
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March 21 in History
March 21 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 1980 to the present day.
Major Events on March 21
Among the most notable events on March 21: Dallas "Who Shot J.R.?" Episode Airs (1980), West Bank Poison Gas Accusations (1983), Vandalism of Erawan Shrine (2006). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on March 21
Notable figures born on March 21 include Birth of Miles Bridges, Birth of Jace Norman, Birth of Yoon San-ha. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on March 21
Remembered figures who died on March 21 include Death of Nawal El Saadawi, Death of Willis Reed, Death of Kitty Dukakis. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on March 21?
- March 21 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 March 21?
- One of the most notable events on March 21 is: Dallas "Who Shot J.R.?" Episode Airs.
- Who was born on March 21?
- Famous figures born on March 21 include Birth of Miles Bridges, Birth of Jace Norman, Birth of Yoon San-ha.
- How many historical events happened on March 21?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on March 21, spanning centuries of world history.
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