What Happened on June 1, 2019

Historical Events

  • Mexican-American boxer Andy Ruiz Jr produces a huge upset when he stops English champion Anthony Joshua in 7 at Madison Square Garden; wins IBF, WBO, IBO and WBA world heavyweight titles
  • Price of a movie ticket rises in Japan for the first time in 26 years from ¥1,800 to ¥1,900, while some cinemas keep the price the same
  • UEFA Champions League Final, Madrid: Liverpool beats Tottenham, 2-0 for Reds' 6th title

Famous Deaths

  • José Antonio Reyes, Spanish soccer left wing (Spain 21 caps; Sevilla, Atlético Madrid, Arsenal), dies in a car crash at 35
  • Leah Chase 'Queen of Creole Cuisine', New Orleans chef and author, dies at 96
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About June 1, 2019

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 4 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini

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