June 22: What Happened on This Day in History
June 22nd marks the 173rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 174th in case of leap years). There are 192 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on June 22nd in history, famous birthdays on June 22nd, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to June 22.
What happened on June 22?
Here's what happened on June 22nd in history:
- 2022: A catastrophic earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, causing widespread destruction and resulting in over 1,000 fatalities. The seismic event led to significant loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure in the region.
- 2020: U.S. President Donald Trump suspended the entry of skilled and seasonal workers into the United States, claiming the move would prioritize job opportunities for American citizens. Business groups strongly criticized the decision, arguing it would potentially hinder economic recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- 2019: A significant political crisis unfolded in Ethiopia's Amhara region when a coordinated coup attempt resulted in multiple high-profile assassinations. The attack targeted key regional and national leadership, including the regional president Ambachew Mekonnen and General Se'are Mekonnen, the Chief of Staff for the Ethiopian National Defense Forces. The incident highlighted deep political tensions and instability within Ethiopia's governmental structures.
- 2007: Rod Beck, an American baseball player born in 1968, passes away.
- 2003: On June 22, 2003, Aurora, Nebraska made meteorological history by recording the largest hailstone ever documented. This extraordinary meteorological event highlights the extreme weather conditions possible in the Great Plains region of the United States.
- 1996: Michael Moorer defeated Axel Schulz in the 11th round to claim the IBF heavyweight boxing championship, showcasing his boxing prowess and skill in a hard-fought match.
- 1993: New York Mets pitcher Anthony Young ties the record for 23 consecutive losses, a notable and unfortunate milestone in Major League Baseball history.
- 1979: Larry Holmes defeated Mike Weaver via technical knockout in the 12th round to claim the heavyweight boxing championship, further establishing his dominance in professional boxing.
- 1973: George Harrison released his fourth studio album 'Living in the Material World', a significant work in his post-Beatles musical career that explored spiritual and philosophical themes.
- 1972: The renowned musical 'Man of La Mancha' began its run at the Beaumont Theater in New York City, scheduled for 140 performances. Based on Miguel de Cervantes' classic novel, the musical would become a celebrated theatrical production.
What famous birthdays are on June 22?
On June 22nd there are the following famous birthdays:
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Meryl Streep (1949)Legendary American actress with a record 21 Oscar nominations, known for transformative performances in iconic films like 'Sophie's Choice'...
![Chris Pratt]()
Chris Pratt (1979)Chris Pratt is a prominent Hollywood actor known for leading roles in blockbuster franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic...
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Freddie Prinze (1954)Talented comedian and actor who rose to fame with the TV series 'Chico and the Man', tragically dying young at 22.
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Randy Couture (1963)Renowned mixed martial arts and Olympic wrestler from Washington state, multiple-time UFC champion and considered one of the greatest...
![Elizabeth Warren]()
Elizabeth Warren (1949)Prominent American politician and former law professor who served as a United States Senator from Massachusetts.
![Abbas Kiarostami]()
Abbas Kiarostami (1940)Acclaimed Iranian film director known for his innovative and poetic approach to cinema, particularly in the realm of art house and...
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Amrish Puri (1932)Legendary Indian actor known for his powerful character roles in Bollywood cinema, particularly memorable as a villain in numerous iconic...
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Dan Brown (1964)Bestselling American author known for 'The Da Vinci Code', a controversial novel that challenged traditional religious narratives and became...
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Cyndi Lauper (1953)Iconic pop singer known for her unique voice and style, who became a major music star in the 1980s and a prominent LGBT rights activist.
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Emmanuelle Seigner (1966)Renowned French actress, model, and singer, known for her collaborations with director Roman Polanski, her husband.
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Who died on June 22?
On June 22nd the following celebrities died:
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Judy Garland (1969)Legendary Hollywood actress and singer, best known for her iconic role as Dorothy in 'The Wizard of Oz'.
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George Carlin (2008)Legendary American stand-up comedian known for his groundbreaking social commentary and controversial comedy routines.
![Fred Astaire]()
Fred Astaire (1987)Fred astaire was an american actor, dancer, and singer known for his elegant and graceful dancing in numerous hollywood musicals.
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Dody Goodman (2008)Dody Goodman was an American comedienne best known for her role in the cult comedy series 'Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman' and her comedic...
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- David Selznick (1965)
Legendary Hollywood film producer who won Oscars for 'Gone with the Wind' and 'Rebecca', and was awarded the Irving Thalberg Memorial Prize.
- Moritz Schlick (1936)
Contributed to the development of computer science and artificial intelligence.
- Darius Milhaud (1974)
French composer known for his prolific output and association with the group of composers known as Les Six.
- Ilya Frank (1990)
Soviet physicist who shared the 1958 Nobel Prize in Physics for the groundbreaking discovery of Cherenkov radiation, a phenomenon of...
- James Horner (2015)
Renowned film composer famous for iconic movie soundtracks like Titanic, Avatar, and Braveheart.
What day of the year is June 22?
June 22nd marks the 173rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 174th in case of leap years).
There are 192 days remaining until the end of the year.
June 22nd is the 22nd day of the month of June.
What day of the week is June 22?
On June 22nd, 2025 the day of the week is Sunday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day June 22?
The zodiac sign associated with June 22nd is Cancer according to the Western Zodiac.
