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What Happened on June 23, 2016

Historical Events

Amy Schumer's World Tour

Amy Schumer announces her first world tour during a sold-out performance at Madison Square Garden

  • Ceasefire agreement signed between Colombian government and Farc rebels - ending more than 50 years of conflict
  • Los Angeles court decision clears Led Zeppelin of stealing riff from "Stairway to Heaven" from band Spirit
  • NBA Draft: LSU point guard Ben Simmons first pick by Philadelphia 76ers
  • Storms and widespread flooding in West Virginia leave at least 24 dead

Britain Votes for Brexit

United Kingdom votes in the Brexit referendum to leave the European Union


Famous Divorces

Mandy Moore

Actress and singer Mandy Moore and singer-songwriter Ryan Adams divorce after 7 years

Famous Deaths

  • Ralph Stanley, American bluegrass musician, dies at 89
Died in 2016 2016 Highlights

About June 23, 2016

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 8 years and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: One Dance - Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla