June 13: What Happened on This Day in History
June 13th marks the 164th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 165th in case of leap years). There are 201 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on June 13th in history, famous birthdays on June 13th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to June 13.
What happened on June 13?
Here's what happened on June 13th in history:
- 2020: Armed conflicts and attacks occurred in northeastern Nigeria, specifically in the regions of Monguno and Nganzai, resulting in significant civilian casualties and highlighting the ongoing security challenges in the area.
- 2019: Two oil tankers, one from Norway and another from Japan, were damaged and abandoned after an attack in the Gulf of Oman. All crew members were successfully rescued, highlighting the potential maritime tensions in the region.
- 2011: Bahrain's rulers begin controversial trials of 48 doctors, including some of the country's most renowned surgeons. This action is widely seen as a systematic persecution of medical professionals who treated protesters injured during the popular uprising that was suppressed by military intervention from Saudi Arabia.
- 2010: Audi achieves a remarkable 1-2-3 finish at the prestigious Le Mans 24 hour race, tying Ferrari for the second most successful manufacturers in the event's illustrious history.
- 2007: A significant 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck south of Puerto Quetzal on Guatemala's Pacific Coast, potentially causing widespread damage and disruption.
- 2001: Marcelo Fromer, a prominent guitarist of the influential Brazilian rock band Titãs, passed away on this date. Born in 1961, Fromer was a key member of the band that significantly shaped Brazilian rock music in the late 20th century.
- 1999: BMW achieved a remarkable victory in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, showcasing the team's exceptional engineering, driving skill, and racing strategy. This win was a significant milestone in BMW's motorsport history, demonstrating their competitive prowess in international motorsports.
- 1998: Birger Ruud, a prominent Norwegian athlete known for his skiing and ski jumping achievements, is commemorated on this date. Ruud was a two-time Olympic gold medalist who significantly contributed to Norway's winter sports legacy.
- 1996: Garuda Indonesia Flight 865 crashes during takeoff from Fukuoka Airport in Japan, resulting in three fatalities and 170 injuries. The accident highlights aviation safety challenges and prompted investigations into potential mechanical or operational failures.
- 1993: Patty Sheehan wins the 39th Mazda LPGA Championship, showcasing her exceptional golfing skills.
What famous birthdays are on June 13?
On June 13th there are the following famous birthdays:
![Ashley Olsen]()
Ashley Olsen (1986)Ashley Olsen is an American actress and fashion designer, best known for her childhood role as Michelle Tanner in the popular sitcom 'Full...
![Chris Evans]()
Chris Evans (1981)American actor best known for his iconic roles in Marvel superhero films, including Captain America and the Fantastic Four.
![Mary-Kate Olsen]()
Mary-Kate Olsen (1986)Mary-Kate Olsen is an American actress and fashion designer, who rose to fame alongside her twin sister Ashley as child actors in 'Full...
![Disha Patani]()
Disha Patani (1992)Disha Patani is a popular Bollywood actress and social media influencer known for her roles in films like 'M.
![Ally Sheedy]()
Ally Sheedy (1962)Prominent 1980s actress known for her roles in 'Brat Pack' films like 'The Breakfast Club' and 'St. Elmo's Fire'.
![Paul Lynde]()
Paul Lynde (1926)Paul Lynde was a renowned American comedian and actor, best known for his iconic role on 'Hollywood Squares' and as a memorable character...
![Stellan Skarsgård]()
Stellan Skarsgård (1951)Stellan Skarsgård is a renowned Swedish actor known for his versatile roles in international cinema, including critically acclaimed films...
![Malcolm McDowell]()
Malcolm McDowell (1943)Malcolm McDowell is a renowned English actor famous for his groundbreaking performance as Alex DeLarge in Stanley Kubrick's controversial...
![Kat Dennings]()
Kat Dennings (1986)Kat Dennings is an American actress known for her comedic roles in '2 Broke Girls' and her appearances in Marvel Cinematic Universe films...
![Kathy Burke]()
Kathy Burke (1964)Renowned English actress, director, and comedian known for her distinctive comedic style and versatile performances in film and television.
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Who died on June 13?
On June 13th the following celebrities died:
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![Ned Beatty]()
Ned Beatty (2021)Acclaimed American character actor known for memorable roles in films like 'Deliverance', 'Network', and 'Superman II'.
![Fran Allison]()
Fran Allison (1989)Fran Allison was a pioneering American television personality best known for her work with the beloved puppet show 'Kukla, Fran and Ollie',...
![Matthew Garber]()
Matthew Garber (1977)British child actor best known for his role in the classic Disney film Mary Poppins alongside Julie Andrews.
![Nadia Gray]()
Nadia Gray (1994)French-Romanian actress known for her roles in European cinema, particularly in comedic and provocative films of the 1950s and 1960s.
- Cormac McCarthy (2023)
Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist known for masterpieces like 'The Road' and 'No Country for Old Men'.
- Tim Russert (2008)
Influential American television journalist and political commentator who served as moderator of NBC's Meet the Press from 1991 until his...
- Reg Smythe (1998)
Creator of the iconic comic strip 'Andy Capp', which became internationally recognized for its humorous portrayal of working-class British...
- Osamu Dazai (1948)
Renowned Japanese novelist known for influential works like 'No Longer Human', a key figure in post-war Japanese literature who explored...
- Geraldine Page (1987)
Renowned American stage and film actress who was a prominent interpreter of Tennessee Williams' plays.
What day of the year is June 13?
June 13th marks the 164th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 165th in case of leap years).
There are 201 days remaining until the end of the year.
June 13th is the 13th day of the month of June.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day June 13?
The zodiac sign associated with June 13th is Gemini according to the Western Zodiac.
