What happened today in history?

What happened
today in history?
[ May 5 ]

2007 - Neve Campbell's Wedding to John Light

In 2007, actress Neve Campbell married British actor John Light in Malibu, California. The couple's romantic wedding attracted attention, but their marriage ended in divorce in 2010, marking a significant chapter in their lives.

Neve Campbell's Wedding to John Light

1951 - Chrissie Hynde's Glamorous Wedding to Jim Kerr in 1984

In 1984, Chrissie Hynde married Jim Kerr of Simple Minds in a lavish ceremony in New York City, celebrated with a horse-drawn carriage. Despite their glamorous beginning, the couple faced challenges leading to their divorce in 1990, yet remained influential figures in music.

Chrissie Hynde's Glamorous Wedding to Jim Kerr in 1984

1939 - Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski's Glamorous Wedding

In 1990, actors Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski celebrated their wedding at their $3 million mansion in Faraway Possum Creek, New South Wales, Australia, marking a high point in their personal and professional lives post the success of 'Crocodile Dundee'.

1921 - Roy Campanella's Historic Wedding to Roxie Joynes

In 1964, Hall of Fame catcher Roy Campanella married long-time friend Roxie Joynes, celebrating a profound bond of love and resilience amidst challenges. This wedding marked a beautiful chapter in Campanella's inspiring life story.

Roy Campanella's Historic Wedding to Roxie Joynes

1862 - Gerhart Hauptmann's Wedding to Marie Thienemann

The wedding of Gerhart Hauptmann and Marie Thienemann in 1885 symbolizes the intertwining of personal life and literature for the future Nobel Laureate, whose marriage would later lead to separation and divorce, deeply impacting his literary work.

Gerhart Hauptmann's Wedding to Marie Thienemann