Birthdays occurring on February, 19

1940

Smokey Robinson was born on February 19, 1940 Being With You. More quotations from Smokey Robinson

1952

Amy Tan was born on February 19, 1952 American writer and novelist, b.1952 I am like a falling star who has finally found her place next to another in a lovely constellation, where we will sparkle in the heavens forever. More quotations from Amy Tan

1955

David Murray was born on February 19, 1955 American jazz musician b.1955 A reporter is a man who has renounced everything in life but the world, the flesh, and the Devil More quotations from David Murray

Deaths occurring on February, 19

1997

Leo Rosten died on February 19, 1997 Polish born American comic novelist, He is best known for his humorous works and character Hyman Kaplan. 1908-1997 Humor is the affectionate communication of insight. More quotations from Leo Rosten

1997

Deng Xiaoping died on February 19, 1997 Chinese politician, and communist leader who was the most powerful figure in the People's Republic of China from the late 1970s until his death in 1997. 1904-1997 It doesn't matter if a cat is black or white, so long as it catches mice. More quotations from Deng Xiaoping