Stela Popescu, born on December 21, 1935, was one of the most famous Romanian actresses, with a career spanning over five decades in theater, film and television, appreciated for her magazine roles and collaboration with Alexandru Arșinel.
Stela Popescu was born on December 21, 1935 PHOTO Archive
1883 – Publication of the volume “Poems” by Mihai Eminescu
On December 21, 1883, the volume appeared “Poems” of Mihai Eminescu, edited by Titu Maiorescu, the only one printed during the poet's lifetime. The edition included 64 poems selected by Maiorescu.
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The volume formed the basis of the first authorized edition of his work and established the selection of texts officially published during the poet's lifetime. The preface signed by Maiorescu introduced the editorial criteria and provided information about the context of the publication.
1898 – Discovery of radium by Marie and Pierre Curie
On December 21, 1898, Marie and Pierre Curie announced the isolation of a new chemical element, radium, from research on pehblende. The result was derived from systematic measurements of natural radiation.
The discovery allowed radium to be classified as a new element in the periodic table and opened up the field of radioactive materials research. For these studies, the two scientists received the Nobel Prize in 1903.
1935 – Birth of the actress Stela Popescu
On December 21, 1935, Stela Popescu was born, Romanian theater, film and television actress. He mainly worked in comedy and magazines.
Among his main achievements were the roles at Teatrul de Revistă “Constantin Tanase”the cinematographic appearances, the artistic partnership with Alexandru Arșinel and numerous TV programs. He received cultural awards for his artistic activity.
1937 – The premiere of the film “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”
On December 21, 1937, the premiere of the film took place “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”produced by Walt Disney, the first color animated feature with synchronized sound. The premiere was held in Los Angeles.
The film demonstrated the possibility of making commercial animated feature films. Its success generated financial resources for the following Disney productions.
1958 – Election of Charles de Gaulle as President of France
On December 21, 1958, General Charles de Gaulle was elected president of the Fifth French Republic, established by the new constitution. He was appointed by the vote of the electoral college.
His mandate introduced the executive structures provided for in the Constitution and implemented administrative reorganization and French nuclear policy.
1989 – Nicolae Ceaușescu's rally in Bucharest
On December 21, 1989, Nicolae Ceaușescu organized a rally in Bucharest, in the current Revolution Square. The meeting turned into a protest, the crowd booed, and the speech was interrupted.
The event triggered the Revolution in Bucharest, and Timișoara became the first city where the communist authorities lost control. The actions of that day hastened the collapse of the regime.
