1995⚡ Event
Christopher Reeve's accident
American actor Christopher Reeve was thrown from his horse, leaving him quadriplegic. He later became an activist for people with spinal cord injuries.
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What Happened on May 27?
Discover 15 historical moments on May 27 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Christopher Reeve
Historical Events on May 27(5)
1997⚡ Event
Jarrell tornado
A destructive F5-rated tornado tracked through a subdivision of homes northwest of Jarrell, Texas, killing 27 people.
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2001⚡ Event
Dos Palmas kidnappings
Twenty tourists were kidnapped by Abu Sayyaf militants in Palawan, Philippines. This triggered a hostage crisis that lasted for over a year.
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2006⚡ Event
Yogyakarta earthquake
A powerful earthquake struck near Yogyakarta, Indonesia, causing widespread damage and killing over 5,700 people.
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2014⚡ Event
Kerala Blasters FC formed
The Indian football club Kerala Blasters FC and its first supporters' group, Manjappada, were formed.
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Famous Birthdays on May 27(5)
Notable Deaths on May 27(5)
2020🕊️ Death
Larry Kramer
Larry Kramer, an American playwright, public health advocate, and LGBT rights activist, has died. He was born in 1935.
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2021🕊️ Death
Poul Schlüter
Poul Schlüter, former Prime Minister of Denmark, has died. He was born in 1929.
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2024🕊️ Death
Bill Walton
Bill Walton, an American basketball player and sportscaster, has died. He was born in 1952.
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2025🕊️ Death
Freddie Aguilar
Freddie Aguilar, Filipino musician and singer-songwriter, died.
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May 27 in History
May 27 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 1995 to the present day.
Major Events on May 27
Among the most notable events on May 27: Christopher Reeve's accident (1995), Jarrell tornado (1997), Dos Palmas kidnappings (2001). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on May 27
Notable figures born on May 27 include Matheus Cunha, Abner Vinícius, Jérémy Doku. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on May 27
Remembered figures who died on May 27 include Larry Kramer, Poul Schlüter, Elizabeth MacRae. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 27?
- May 27 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 May 27?
- One of the most notable events on May 27 is: Christopher Reeve's accident.
- Who was born on May 27?
- Famous figures born on May 27 include Matheus Cunha, Abner Vinícius, Jérémy Doku.
- How many historical events happened on May 27?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on May 27, spanning centuries of world history.
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