May 8th

May 8th, 1886: Coca-Cola was first sold to the public at the soda fountain in Jacob’s Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia.

May 8th, 1912: Paramount Pictures was founded.

May 8th, 1963: Dr No, the first James Bond film, opened in theaters.

May 8th, 2010: Thanks to a push by fans on Facebook, Betty White hosted Saturday Night Live, earning the actress an Emmy for her appearance.


Naturalist, TV producer, and host David Attenborough turns 94 years old.

Actress Melissa Gilbert turns 56 years old.

Singer Enrique Iglesias turns 45 years old.

Actor Stephen Amell turns 39 years old.


May 8th is National Coconut Cream Pie Day.

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Author: Joey Mills

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