Birthdays occurring on December, 27

1571

Johannes Kepler was born on December 27, 1571 German astronomer, 1571-1630 I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses. More quotations from Johannes Kepler

1797

Ghalib was born on December 27, 1797 Indian poet. 1797-1869 Oh, Lord, it is not the sins I have committed that I regret, but those which I have had no opportunity to commit More quotations from Ghalib

1822

Louis Pasteur was born on December 27, 1822 French chemist and microbiologist, 1822-1895 Chance favors the prepared mind. More quotations from Louis Pasteur

Deaths occurring on December, 27

1981

Hoagy Carmichael died on December 27, 1981 [Charles was highlighted early in the show with a performance by Jamie Foxx and Alicia Keys, who played the song] Georgia on My Mind, ... Ray. More quotations from Hoagy Carmichael

1997

Brendan Gill died on December 27, 1997 American critic, author and journalist, 1914-1997 Not a shred of evidence exists in favor of the idea that life is serious. More quotations from Brendan Gill

2003

Sir Alan Bates died on December 27, 2003 English actor, 1934-2003 Of course, you start with dreams of being a star. You want recognition, public recognition. And why not? You're doing public work. More quotations from Sir Alan Bates