Born on this day in 1900 contralto Gladys Swarthout.

Born on this day in 1908 writer and actor Quentin Crisp.

Born on this day librettist Temistocle Solera (1815), soprano Lina Cavalieri (1874), composer Gabriel von Wayditch (1888) and bass Bonaldo Giaiotti (1932).

Merry Christmas to parterrians who observe this holiday.