Google Doodle
Updates on the Google Doodle change frequently. The popular search engine—a product of parent company Alphabet—changes the Google Doodle to reflect news events, major milestones, holidays, landmarks and other significant events. The first Doodle appeared in 1998 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Designers responsible for Google Doodles are referred to as "Doodlers."
Google Doodle Honors Lotfi Zadeh, the Late Azerbaijani American Scientist
The computer scientist's groundbreaking work has formed the basis of several modern technologies from facial recognition and subway systems to stock trading.
Today's Google Doodle Celebrates Groundbreaking Physicist Charles K. Kao
The British-American physicist, born in Shanghai on November 4, 1933, was known for laying the foundation for high-speed data communication.
The Story Behind Today's Day of the Dead Google Doodle
The Mexican festival of Day of the Dead has been celebrated by Google as thousands gather to remember those they have lost.
Who Was The Late We:wa? Today's Google Doodle Celebrates Artist
Zuni Pueblo artist Mallery Quetawki said she was "honored" to draw someone who is such a strong representation of her people.
Google Doodle Celebrates Claude Cahun, the French Surrealist Photographer
The artist and writer's gender-challenging works were forgotten after the Second World War before being rediscovered in the 1990s.
Google Doodle Celebrates Helena Modrzejewska, the Polish Theater Actress
The prolific actress known for her Shakespearean roles was a theater star in America for nearly 30 years.
Rodolfo 'Corky' Gonzales, Google Doodle Celebrates the Chicano Activist
The activist was among the leaders of the Chicano civil rights movement in the U.S. and founded the Crusade for Justice.
Today's Google Doodle Celebrates 23 Years of the Search Engine
Google's first ever office was set up in a garage owned by Susan Wojcicki, one of the company's earliest employees and the current CEO of YouTube.
Google Doodle Celebrates Japanese Scientist Known for Green Tea Research
The late scientist known for her pioneering research on green tea was the first woman doctor of agriculture in Japan.
Google Doodle Celebrates Dr. Ildaura Murillo-Rohde, Panamian-American Nurse
The Panama-born pioneering nurse served in various roles including for the World Health Organization and UNICEF. Today she is celebrated in a Google Doodle.
Google Doodle Celebrates Avicii, Tim Bergling—The Late Swedish DJ, EDM Icon
The Grammy Award-nominated Swedish DJ and producer, who died in 2018, would have turned 32 today.
Google Doodle Commemorates Labor Day 2021
Labor Day has been marked with a special image from the team at Google this September 6.
Google Doodle Celebrates Scientist Who Produced Epidemic Typhus Vaccine
Rudolf Weigl is also the scientist who invented the world's first effective vaccine against spotted fever during World War I. Today's Google Doodle celebrates his many achievements.
Google Doodle Says 'Get Vaccinated, Wear a Mask' Amid Delta Variant Threat
Global infections are forecast to hit 200 million in the next two weeks, according to the World Health Organization. In the U.S. cases have been rising sharply since July.
Google Launches Doodle Champion Island Games to Celebrate Tokyo Olympics
Created in collaboration with a Japanese animation studio, the interactive Google Doodle game pays homage to 16-bit video games from Japan.
Google Doodle Celebrates Ángela Peralta, the Mexican Opera Singer
Standing ovations for the soprano's performance of the opera "Lucia di Lammermoor" reportedly saw her return to the stage 23 times.
Google Doodle Honors Mexican Artist Pedro Linares López
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were among the artists who admired the work of the folk art pioneer.
Meet Doodle for Google 2021 Winner Milo Golding
Milo Golding is an 11th grader from Kentucky who won the annual Doodle for Google contest with an artwork dedicated to the importance of remaining hopeful. He is now featured on today's Google Doodle across the U.S.
Shirley Temple's Granddaughter Teresa Caltabiano Celebrates Icon's Life
"If you've seen a Shirley Temple movie, you have in a sense gotten to know who she was as a person," Caltabiano said.
Google Doodle Honors Hollywood Star Turned Diplomat Shirley Temple
Temple won a Juvenile Academy Award aged just six years old and was one of Hollywood's youngest stars.
Google Doodle Celebrates Frank Kameny, LGBTQ Rights Activist
When Frank Kameny was fired by the government for being gay, he embarked on a lifelong fight for equal rights.
Google Doodle Celebrates the Savoy Ballroom, Harlem's Historic Dance Hall
The most popular dance at the Savoy ballroom was the Lindy Hop, earning the venue the nickname "The Home of Happy Feet."
Google Doodle Celebrates Hisaye Yamamoto, Japanese American Writer
Hisaye Yamamoto's writing explored topics related to the intersection of gender, race, and ethnicity.
Google Doodle Celebrates Anne McLaren, Scientist and IVF Pioneer
Anne McLaren's fundamental research on embryology was crucial to the development of IVF technology.
Earth Day Google Doodle Animation Shows How 'One Small Act' Can Save Planet
Sophie Diao, the artist behind the video, said she was inspired by "the stories of people who had planted trees when they were very young."
Google Doodle Celebrates Luther Vandross on Singer's 70th Birthday
By the end of his music career, the "velvet voice" singer had won eight Grammy Awards.
Google Doodle Honors Laura Bassi, the First Woman to Receive a Doctorate
Born in 1711 in Bologna, Laura Bassi became a pioneer for women in science and in academia.
Google Doodle Honors Metropolitan Museum of Art on Its 151st Anniversary
The art museum in New York City is one of the world's largest and most notable.
Google Promotes Wearing Masks as Several States Lift Mandates
Mask requirements have been lifted in several states in recent days, including Kansas, Arizona and Texas.
St. Patrick's Day Google Doodle Celebrates Ireland's Geography and History
The letters in the word Google have been replaced with artworks symbolizing the Claddagh ring and the Celtic knot.
