Historical Events
- Archaeologists in Roman city of Pompeii uncover a "pizza" painting in a fresco from house next to a bakery (more likely flatbread as lacks essential ingredients tomatoes and mozzarella) [1]
- Austrian artist Gustav Klimt's last completed portrait “Dame mit Fächer” (Lady with a Fan) sells for £85.3 million ($108.4 million) in London - most expensive artwork sold at a European auction [1]
- French police officer shoots dead a 17-year old at a traffic stop in Paris, prompting a wave of violent protests across the country [1]
Seacrest to Host Wheel of Fortune
Ryan Seacrest announced as the new host of "Wheel of Fortune", to replace long-time host Pat Sajak in 2024 [1]
- US Supreme Court rejects the "independent state legislature” theory that would have given state legislatures power to set rules for federal elections and draw congressional maps [1]
Famous Deaths
- Bobby Osborne, American bluegrass mandolin player (The Osborne Brothers - "Rocky Top"), dies at 91
- Julian Sands, English actor (A Room With a View; Arachnophobia; 24), confirmed dead after remains are identified, six months after failing to return from a hike at 65
Died in 2023 2023 Highlights
About June 27, 2023
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 10 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Last Night - Morgan Wallen
#1 Song: Sprinter - Central Cee and Dave
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