Historical Events
Event of Interest
Bill Gates steps down as Chairman of Microsoft Corporation to work full time for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Glastonbury Festival
Glastonbury Festival in Pilton, England opens: Kings Of Leon, Jay-Z, and The Verve headline; other performers include Leonard Cohen, Neil Diamond, The Ting-Tings, Sinéad O'Connor, Gilbert O'Sullivan, Joan Baez, Jimmy Cliff, Suzanne Vega, and Crowded House
Famous Deaths
- Leonard Pennario, American concert pianist (Rózsa's Piano Concerto with L.A. Philharmonic), dies of complications from Parkinson's disease at 83
- Michael Turner, American comic book artist (b. 1971)
- Sam Manekshaw, Indian Field Marshal (b. 1914)
About June 27, 2008
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 15 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Viva La Vida - Coldplay
#1 Song: Viva La Vida - Coldplay
