Birthdays occurring on December, 27

1896

Louis Bromfield was born on December 27, 1896 As soils are depleted, human health, vitality and intelligence go with them More quotations from Louis Bromfield

1901

Marlene Dietrich was born on December 27, 1901 German born American actress, 1901-1992 Most women set out to try to change a man, and when they have changed him they don't like him. More quotations from Marlene Dietrich

1906

Oscar Levant was born on December 27, 1906 American actor, pianist and composer. 1906-1972 Happiness isn't something you experience; it's something you remember. More quotations from Oscar Levant

Deaths occurring on December, 27

1834

Charles Lamb died on December 27, 1834 English critic, poet and essayist, 1775-1834 He is no lawyer who cannot take two sides More quotations from Charles Lamb

1924

William Archer died on December 27, 1924 'Theocracy' has always been the synonym for a bleak and narrow, if not a fierce and blood-stained tyranny More quotations from William Archer

1972

Lester B. Pearson died on December 27, 1972 Canadian statesman and prime minister, 1897-1972 When you're special to a cat, you're special indeed...she brings to you the gift of her preference of you, the sight of you, the sound of your voice, the touch of your hand. More quotations from Lester B. Pearson

1974

Amy Vanderbilt died on December 27, 1974 American journalist and author, an acknowledged authority on manners and etiquette. 1908-1974 Parents must get across the idea that "I love you always, but sometimes I do not love your behavior." More quotations from Amy Vanderbilt