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What Happened on June 2, 1972

Historical Events

  • Two British soldiers die in an IRA land mine attack near Rosslea, County Fermanagh

Famous Birthdays

  • Simon Staho, Danish film director

Wayne Brady (52 years old)

American actor and comedian (The Wayne Brady Show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?), born in Columbus, Georgia

  • Wentworth Miller, American actor

Famous Deaths

  • Franz Philipp, German composer, dies at 81
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights

About June 2, 1972

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I'll Take You There - The Staple Singers
  • UK #1 Song: Metal Guru - T Rex