Historical Events
- A fire at the backlot of Universal Studios Hollywood destroys several icons from movies, such as Courthouse Square, the clock tower from Back to the Future, and the King Kong exhibit on the studio tour.
- IPL Cricket Final, DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai: Rajasthan Royals win inaugural event; beat Chennai Super Kings by 3 wickets; Yusuf Pathan top scores with 56 (39)
- Jason Koumas captains Wales for the first time
Famous Deaths
- Alton Kelley, American graphic artist, known for concert posters and album cover art (Grateful Dead -"Workingman's Dead"; Steve Miller Band - "Book of Dreams"), dies at 67
- Tommy Lapid, Israeli journalist and politician (b. 1931)
- Yves Saint Laurent, French fashion designer, dies at 71
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights
About June 1, 2008
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 10 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
#1 Song: Lollipop - 
#1 Song: Take A Bow - 