What Happened on July 7, 2022

Historical Events

Event of Interest

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces his resignation at Downing Street after pressure from, and mass resignations of his ministers [1]

  • US scientists begin the search for dark matter with a device in a former gold mine in Lead, South Dakota [1]

Famous Deaths

  • (Patrick Henry) "Adam" Wade, American pop singer (The Writing On The Wall), actor (Kiss Me Goodbye), and 1st US Black game show host (Musical Chairs), dies of complications from Parkinson's disease at 87
  • Pedro Ferrándiz, Spanish basketball coach (EuroLeague 1965, 67, 68, 74 Real Madrid; Spain 1964-65), dies at 93
Died in 2022 2022 Highlights

About July 7, 2022

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 1 year, 9 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: As It Was - Harry Styles
  • UK #1 Song: Running Up That Hill - Kate Bush