1887CE
Birth
Boris Karloff Born
An English actor best known for his iconic portrayal of Frankenstein's monster in Universal's classic 1931 horror film and for narrating the television special 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.
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1936CE
Culture
Life magazine first published
The iconic American photojournalism magazine Life was published for the first time under Henry Luce's leadership. It quickly became known for its compelling photography and dominated newsstands for decades.
1963CE
Culture
Doctor Who premieres
The British science fiction television series 'Doctor Who' premiered on BBC One. The show, featuring a time-traveling alien known as the Doctor, became the longest-running sci-fi series in the world.