James Foley (December 28, 1953 – May 6, 2025)

Famed Hollywood director James Foley has passed away after
a battle with brain cancer. Many know James’ work but may
not even realize it. In addition to directing films like Glengarry
Glenn Ross and two films in the Fifty Shades franchise.

James worked with Madonna several times for her iconic music
videos. He directed videos for Papa Don’t Preach, Live to Tell,
and True Blue in the 1980s. James also served as the director
for Madonna’s 1987 feature film Who’s That Girl.
(Hollywood Reporter)

1992

Al Pacino and James Foley.

On May 8, 1945, Great Britain, the United States and other Allied countries celebrated Victory in Europe Day. Cities in the U.S., U.K.       
and Western Europe, along with in the Soviet Union, Canada and         
Australia put out flags and banners, rejoicing in the defeat of the         
Nazi war machine during World War II.

On May 8, 1886, Dr. John Pemberton (above) brought his
perfected syrup to Jacobs’ Pharmacy in downtown Atlanta
where the first glass of Coca‑Cola was poured.

"Chattanooga Choo Choo" is a 1941 song that was written by
Mack Gordon and composed by Harry Warren. It was originally
recorded as a big band/swing tune by Glenn Miller and His
Orchestra and featured in the 1941 movie Sun Valley Serenade      
and received a gold record, presented by RCA Victor in 1942
(below) for sales of 1.2 million copies.  

(L to R) Paul Douglas, W. Wallace Early and Glenn Miller, February 10, 1942.        
    

Alton Glen "Glenn" Miller (March 1, 1904 – December 15, 1944)