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

1981

Hoagy Carmichael died on December 27, 1981 [Charles was highlighted early in the show with a performance by Jamie Foxx and Alicia Keys, who played the song] Georgia on My Mind, ... Ray. More quotations from Hoagy Carmichael

1997

Brendan Gill died on December 27, 1997 American critic, author and journalist, 1914-1997 Not a shred of evidence exists in favor of the idea that life is serious. More quotations from Brendan Gill

2003

Sir Alan Bates died on December 27, 2003 English actor, 1934-2003 Of course, you start with dreams of being a star. You want recognition, public recognition. And why not? You're doing public work. More quotations from Sir Alan Bates