Births on October 1

Randy Quaid

Born on October 1, 1950

Randy Quaid, American actor

Randy Randall Rudy Quaid (born October 1, 1950) is an American actor known for his roles in both serious drama and light comedy.

He was nominated for an Academy Award, BAFTA Award and a Golden Globe Award for his role in The Last Detail in 1973. In 1978 he co-starred as a prisoner in Midnight Express. Quaid also won a Golden Globe and was nominated for an Emmy Award for his portrayal of U.S. President Lyndon Johnson in LBJ: The Early Years (1987).

He also received Emmy nominations for his roles in A Streetcar Named Desire (1984) and Elvis (2005). Quaid is also known for his role of Cousin Eddie in the National Lampoon's Vacation movies. He voiced Alameda Slim in the animated feature Home on the Range (2004).

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Events on 1950

23 Jan

Jerusalem
The Knesset resolves that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.
9 Feb

Joseph McCarthy
Second Red Scare: US Senator Joseph McCarthy accuses the United States Department of State of being filled with Communists.
13 May

Silverstone Circuit
The first round of the Formula One World Championship is held at Silverstone.
11 Jul

International Monetary Fund
Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank.
11 Sep

Harry S. Truman
Korean War: President Harry S. Truman approved military operations north of the 38th parallel.

Births on October 1

Randy Quaid

Born on October 1, 1950

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Events on 1950

Jerusalem

Joseph McCarthy

Silverstone Circuit

International Monetary Fund

Harry S. Truman