Historical Events
- CN Tower, world's tallest free-standing structure (555 m/1,815.3 ft), built by Canadian National Railway, opens in downtown Toronto, Ontario (surpassed in 2007)
- The U.S. vetoes Angola’s application for membership of the United Nations Security
Famous Birthdays
- Emmanuelle Vaugier, Canadian actress (CSI:NY; Lost Girl), born in Vancouver, British Columbia
- Joe Becker, American rock guitarist and composer, born in Chicago, Illinois
- Paola Suarez, Argentinian tennis star (1995 Futures-Buenos Aires), born in Pergamino, Argentina
- Patrick Monahan, British comedian
- Patrick Vieira, French footballer
- Wade Barrett, American soccer player
Famous Divorces
Harry Nilsson
American singer-songwriter Harry Nilsson (34) divorces 2nd wife Diane Clatworthy (28), after 6-1/2 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Dehart Hubbard, American athlete (Olympic gold -long jump,1924; first African American to win individual event; WR 7.89m 1925), dies at 72
- Imogen Cunningham, American photographer (1965 ASMP award), dies at 93
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About June 23, 1976
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 9 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Silly Love Songs - Wings
#1 Song: You To Me Are Everything - Real Thing
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