What happened today in history?

In 1994, actor Lorenzo Lamas faced a public divorce filing from actress Kathleen Kinmont, marking the end of their five-year marriage. Both stars navigated the complexities of life in the spotlight as they moved forward post-split, focusing on their individual careers.

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In 1958, Malcolm X, a leading civil rights activist, married fellow activist Betty Shabazz in Lansing, Michigan. Their partnership was a powerful symbol of love and commitment to social justice, influencing future generations in the fight for equality.

On January 14, 1954, baseball great Joe DiMaggio married Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe in a simple ceremony at San Francisco City Hall. Their union, though brief, captured national attention and included a famous post-divorce relationship characterized by DiMaggio's annual flower gifts to Monroe.

In 1974, US Senator Bill Bradley wed professor Ernestine Schlant, marking a significant moment that blended the worlds of sports, politics, and academia. Their partnership symbolized commitment to shared values and public service, inspiring many.

In 2012, Pink Floyd's Roger Waters married filmmaker Laurie Durning in a private ceremony, marking his fourth marriage. However, the union was short-lived, ending in divorce by 2015. This event highlights both the personal and professional aspects of Waters' life story.

In 2010, Dennis Hopper divorced his fifth wife Victoria Duffy due to irreconcilable differences and issues related to excessive spending, marking a troubled period in the life of the iconic director of 'Easy Rider'.

On October 23, 1927, comedian Jack Benny wed salesgirl Sadie Marks, later known as Mary Livingstone, at the Clayton Hotel in Waukegan, Illinois. Their marriage and comedic partnership would last until Benny's death in 1974, captivating audiences for decades.

In 1930, American author John Steinbeck married Carol Henning in Los Angeles. Their relationship played a crucial role in his early career, symbolizing both personal and artistic growth, despite ending in divorce in 1942.