August 27th, 1962: The Mariner 2 unmanned space mission was launched to Venus by NASA.

August 27th, 2003: Mars made its closest approach to Earth in nearly 60,000 years, passing just 34,646,418 miles away.

Professional wrestler Sgt. Slaughter turns 72 years old.

Actor & comedian Paul Reubens turns 68 years old.

Fashion designer & filmmaker Tom Ford turns 59 years old.

TV host “Downtown” Julie Brown turns 57 years old.

The Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan turns 51 years old.

Actress Sarah Chalke turns 43 years old.

Actor Aaron Paul turns 41 years old.

Actress Alexa Vega turns 32 years old.