On this day in 1543 Mary Stuart, at nine months old, was crowned “Queen of Scots.” 

Born on this day in 1828 writer Lev Nikolayevich “Leo” Tolstoy.

Born on this day in 1873 opera and stage director Max Reinhardt.

Born on this day in 1892 soprano Miriam Licette.

Born on this day in 1925 director and designer Filippo Sanjust.

Happy 92nd birthday mezzo-soprano Sona Cervená.

Happy 85th birthday baritone William Dooley.

Happy 81st birthday soprano Ute Vinzing.

Born on this day in 1945 conductor Richard Divall.

Happy 68th birthday conductor Adam Fischer.

Happy 42nd birthday singer Michael Buble.