What happened today in history?

Boris Johnson 2021 British Prime Minister Boris Johnson (56) marries third wife Carrie Symonds (33) at Westminster Cathedral, London

Tom Ellis 2006 Award-winning English actress Tamzin Outhwaite (35) weds former "EastEnders" actor Tom Ellis (27) at All Saints Church in Lullington, Somerset ; divorce in 2014

Robert Downey Jr 1992 American "Chaplin" and "Iron Man" actor Robert Downey Jr (27) weds American actress and singer Deborah Falconer (26); divorce in 2004

Shania Twain, the iconic Grammy-winning singer, divorced music producer Robert John Lange in 2010 after 14 years of marriage. Their split marked a significant turning point in Twain's life, influencing both her personal journey and her music career.

In 1978, young economist Ben Bernanke married school teacher Anna Friedmann, marking the beginning of a partnership that would greatly influence his career and family life. Their union exemplified love, commitment, and mutual support in both personal and professional realms.

Anwar Sadat's marriage to Jehan Raouf in 1949 at ages 30 and 15 respectively laid the groundwork for their impactful partnership, intertwining personal and political paths that ultimately shaped Egypt's direction in the mid-20th century.

On September 23, 1952, country music legend Hank Williams finalized his divorce from Audrey Sheppard, marking a significant moment in his personal life and an impactful chapter in his music career, reflecting the emotional struggles that fueled his legendary songwriting.

In 1944, boxing legend Sugar Ray Robinson married Edna Mae Holly, celebrating love amidst his rise to fame. Their union not only marked a personal milestone but also became a significant moment in sports history, reflecting the bonds that support iconic careers.

In 1884, Oscar Wilde married Constance Lloyd at St. James Church, London. Their union symbolized love and collaboration in a challenging social landscape. Despite future struggles, Wilde's marriage remains a cornerstone of his legacy as a literary giant.

In 1849, bacteriologist Louis Pasteur married his secretary Marie Laurent in Strasbourg, forging a partnership that combined love and science, crucial for his revolutionary contributions to microbiology.