February 8th is officially National Boys Scouts Day as well as Kite Flying Day.
We are now on day 39 out of 365, and have 326 days left in 2025.
February the 8th is jam packed with historical theatre, movie and music events. If today is your birthday, you’ll love these facts and events that all happened on this day.
Did you know that on this day, February 8, 1968, “Planet of the Apes” hit the theaters in New York City? Since the movie came out, it has raised timeless questions of humanity.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about February 8th in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on February 8 in history? Keep reading to find out!
Shergar, the legendary Thoroughbred racehorse, was stolen by gunmen.
Shergar was retired after a successful season in 1981 and was valued at ten million pounds. The thieves, possibly IRA-backed, demanded a ransom of two million pounds. The ransom was not paid, and Shergar was never seen again.
Famous Births
If you were born on this day, you share the same birthday as James Dean! Here are some famous people born on this day.
1990
Klay Thompson
American Basketball Player
Age
35 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1931
James Dean
American Actor
Died On
Sep 30, 1955 (Age 24)
Born IN
Indiana, USA
1974
Seth Green
American Actor
Age
51 years old
Born IN
Pennsylvania, USA
1953
Mary Steenburgen
American Actress
Age
72 years old
Born IN
Arkansas, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
Those of you who were born on this day share the Aquarius zodiac sign.
Aquarians are incredibly assertive, and once they have made their mind up about something, there is no changing it.
For those of you born in February, you have the Amethyst birthstone. Amethyst is often associated with stability, courage, and peace, which is perfect if you’re living in the cold, dark days of February.
February’s emblematic primary birth flower, the violet, symbolizes the loyal and faithful spirit of those born in this month. Primroses, the secondary birth flower, represent youthful love and fresh perspectives.
Those who were born on this day were likely conceived the previous year on May 18.
Babies conceived on February 8th, 2025, will be due later this year around November 1st.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, February 8th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1542 — 1587
Mary Queen of Scots
Scottish-French Queen Mary Queen of Scots was born on December 8, 1542. She died on this day in 1587, at age 44 in England, UK.
Quotes
Memorable quotes are being said or written every day. Here we have the most notable quote ever said on February 8.
1994
“I’ve never been afraid to fail.”
Michael Jordan
(American Basketball Player)
Special Holidays
If you've got a few minutes spare today, why not celebrate these special holidays.
United States
National Kite Flying Day
It’s time to get outside and enjoy a day of simple pleasures and childlike glee. So today, on Kite Flying Day, pick up a kite and head to your local park, and see if you can catch some gusts of wind!
United States
National Boys Scouts Day
The Boy Scouts of America have been doing good deeds across the nation since they were incorporated on this day back in 1910, and they’re not gonna stop anytime soon! Celebrate some of America’s finest citizens today and help keep this wonderful tradition going.
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
-
Valentine's Day
6 days
-
Women's Day
28 days
-
St Patrick's Day
37 days
-
Earth Day
73 days
-
Halloween
265 days
-
Christmas Day
320 days
