What happened today in history?

Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt 2014 Actress Angelina Jolie (39) weds actor and film producer Brad Pitt (50) in Correns, France

In August 2010, Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren's six-year marriage ended in divorce amid infidelity scandals, reflecting the pressures faced by public figures. Their separation marked a significant cultural moment in discussions about loyalty and personal resilience.

On this day in 1975, acclaimed actress Maggie Smith wed playwright Beverley Cross at the Guildford Register Office in Surrey, marking a significant moment in their creative lives together. This article explores their relationship, careers, and legacy.

Susan Wojcicki 1998 YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki (30) weds Google executive Dennis Troper in Belmont, California, until her death in 2024

On August 26, 2003, actress Julianne Moore married director Bart Freundlich in a charming New York ceremony. Their wedding blended love with their shared passion for cinema, symbolizing both their personal and professional partnership.

Ken Starr, known for his legal contributions, wed Alice Mendell in a memorable ceremony in 1970, signaling the start of a supportive partnership that would influence Starr's career and legacy. Their marriage showcased a blend of love, ambition, and a shared commitment to public service.

John Lennon 1962 British "Beatles" musician John Lennon (21) weds British art school girlfriend Cynthia Powell (22); divorce in 1968

Fay Wray 1942 "King Kong" actress Fay Wray (34) weds screenwriter and playwright Robert Riskin (45)