June 26th celebrates National Beautician’s Day and Chocolate Pudding Day.
We made it to day 178 of the year, and there are 188 days remaining until the end of 2024.
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 fun & interesting facts about June 26th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on June 26 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2015
Same-sex marriage became legal in all 50 states.
It was a long time coming for many, and the Supreme Court voted 5-4 in favor of the change.
1958
The US Navy’s Vanguard SLV-2 launch vehicle failed to reach Earth’s orbit.
The Vanguard SLV-2 was the name for both the rocket and the satellite it carried. This flight would have been the second success of the Vanguard Program. However, as the rocket’s second stage cut off early, it struggled to reach the required altitude to place the satellite into orbit.
1721
Dr. Zabdiel Boylston of Harvard University gave the first smallpox inoculations in Boston following America’s biggest outbreak.
Boylston started by inoculating his six-year-old son Thomas. He then tested the vaccine on his 36-year-old slave and their two-year-old son. They all responded positively, and during the campaign, Boylston successfully inoculated 247 people.
1483
Richard III was crowned King of England.
Richard’s older brother, Edward IV, had previously been the King of England. When Edward IV died, his 12-year-old son, Edward V, was in line to become the next king. However, Richard managed to convince the lords of England that Edward IV’s marriage wasn’t legitimate, making Richard III next in line for the throne instead of Edward V.
Famous Births
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.
1992
Jennette McCurdy
American
Singer
Age:
32 years old
Born In:
California, USA
1984
Aubrey Plaza
American
Actress
Age:
40 years old
Born In:
Delaware, USA
1970
Nick Offerman
American
Actor
Age:
54 years old
Born In:
Illinois, USA
Quotes
Below are the most famous quotes people have said or written on June 26th throughout history.
1990
To deny any people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity.
Nelson Mandela
South African President
1955
Life is an exciting business, and most exciting when it is lived for others.
Helen Keller
American Author
Special Holidays
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!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
Japan is facing a ninja shortage. There is a high demand for “ninja shows,” but it is a dying tradition, and companies have trouble finding correctly trained ninjas.
Birthday & Zodiac
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.
A baby that is conceived on this day will be due around March 19, 2025.
