July 8th is officially Math 2.0 Day as well as SCUD Day.
This day marks the 189th day of 2025, and there’s another 176 days remaining until the end of the year.
If you were born on this day or just want to learn about the day then you’re going to enjoy these fascinating historical events that all happened on July 8th throughout history.
Did you know that on this day, July 8, 1889, The Wall Street Journal issued their first paper? It has been printed without interruption ever since.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about July 8th in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on July 8 in history? Keep reading to find out!
Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was shot in the city of Naga while giving a speech.
Security officials immediately tackled the suspect to the ground. The suspect was actually a former member of Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force. Shinzo Abe was rushed to the hospital but pronounced dead later that day.
Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Jaden Smith? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1998
Jaden Smith
American Actor
Age
27 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1982
Sophia Bush
American Actress
Age
43 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1977
Milo Ventimiglia
American Actor
Age
48 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1958
Kevin Bacon
American Actor
Age
67 years old
Born IN
Pennsylvania, USA
1961
Toby Keith
American Singer-Songwriter
Died On
Feb 5, 2024 (Age 62)
Born IN
Oklahoma, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
Those of you who were born on July 8th share the Cancer zodiac sign.
Those born under this sign tend to be sensitive to people’s feelings and moods. They’re usually very in tune with their environments and the world around them.
Anyone born in July has the Ruby birthstone. Ancient Hindus regarded the ruby as the “king of gems.” The gemstone was believed to protect the wearer from evil.
Those who were born on July 8 were likely conceived the previous year on October 15.
A baby that is conceived on this day will likely be born around March 31, 2026.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, July 8th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1987 — 2020
Naya Rivera
American Actress Naya Rivera was born on January 12, 1987. She died on this day in 2020, at age 33 in California, USA.
1977 — 2017
Nelsan Ellis
American Actor Nelsan Ellis was born on November 30, 1977. He died on this day in 2017, at age 39 in New York, USA.
Special Holidays
Are you looking for something to do today? Well, here's a few special days that might just give you some ideas.
United States
Math 2.0 Day
Great advances have been made by blending both mathematics and technology. To commemorate these achievements, today is celebrated as Math 2.0 day. Brush up on your knowledge today by practicing some math puzzles.
United States
SCUD Day
Savor the Comic, Unplug the Drama Day is all about doing everything within your power to do just that - enjoy the comical and whimsical things, and avoid all sources of drama for the day. Most importantly, though, make sure you relax on SCUD Day!
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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Halloween
115 days
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Christmas Day
170 days
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New Year's Day
177 days
