June 26th celebrates National Beautician’s Day and Chocolate Pudding Day.
We made it to day 177 of the year and there’s 188 days left to go until we reach the new year.
If you assumed there was nothing special about June 26, then we’re happy to tell you that you’d be wrong thinking that! Check out these intriguing events from this day which include inventions, musicals, war and animations.
Did you know that on this day in 1925, Charlie Chaplin’s silent movie “The Gold Rush” was released? Critics praised the film and it would become one of his most celebrated films.
Keep reading for more interesting facts about June 26th in history!
What Events Happened On June 26 In History?
2015 Same-sex marriage became legal in all 50 states.
2012 Ice Age: Continental Drift premiered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
1997 The first Harry Potter book, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” hit the shelves in the UK.
1993 President Bill Clinton ordered a US cruise missile strike on Iraq.
1977 Elvis Presley performed his final performance in Indianapolis, Indiana, US.
1973 Musical “Grease” opened at the New London Theatre.
1945 Fifty countries signed the United Nations Charter in San Francisco.
1925 Charlie Chaplin’s silent movie “The Gold Rush” was released.
1894 Karl Benz patented the gasoline-operated motor car.
1721 Dr. Zabdiel Boylston of Harvard University gave the first smallpox inoculations in Boston following America’s biggest outbreak.
1498 The emperor of China patented the toothbrush using coarse boar bristles.
1483 Richard III was crowned King of England.
Famous Quotes Said On June 26
Below are the most famous quotes people have said or written on June 26th throughout history.
1955
“Life is an exciting business, and most exciting when it is lived for others.”
– Helen Keller
Famous People Born On June 26
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Ariana Grande? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1993 Ariana Grande
American Singer
- Age:
- 28 years old
- Born In:
- Florida, USA
1992 Jennette McCurdy
American Singer
- Age:
- 29 years old
- Born In:
- California, USA
1984 Aubrey Plaza
American Actress
- Age:
- 37 years old
- Born In:
- Delaware, USA
1970 Nick Offerman
American Actor
- Age:
- 51 years old
- Born In:
- Illinois, USA
Special Holidays On June 26
Are you looking for something to do today? Then why not find time today to celebrate the following special holidays.
National Chocolate Pudding Day
It doesn’t really matter whether you like US-style chocolate pudding cups or British-style steamed chocolate puddings; it’s safe to say that chocolate pudding is the ultimate dessert. Whatever you do today, make sure you eat some chocolate pudding!
National Beautician’s Day
They know everything about your life but keep their lips sealed, and they also make you look great - what’s not to love about beauticians? These tireless men and women chose to bring a little more beauty into the world, so go out there today and show them your appreciation!
June 26 Birthday Facts, Zodiac & Birthstone
People who were born on June 26 share the Cancer zodiac sign.
Cancer is the fourth astrological sign in the zodiac and is associated with the water element alongside Scorpio and Pisces.
For those of you born in June, you have the Alexandrite birthstone. Those lucky enough to possess this birthstone are given excellent foresight, massive fortunes, and a life full of youthfulness.
If your birthday falls on this day, you would’ve likely been conceived around October 3rd in the previous year.
