What Happened on June 24, 2010

Historical Events

Film Premiere

"The Twilight Saga: Eclipse", based on the book by Stephenie Meyer, directed by David Slade, starring Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, premieres in Los Angeles

Sports History

In the longest match in tennis history, American John Isner defeats Nicolas Mahut of France at Wimbledon after 11 hours, 5 minutes of play over 3 days

  • NBA Draft: Kentucky point guard John Wall first pick by Washington Wizards

Music Concert

Ringo Starr's eleventh All-Starr Band debuts in concert; members include: Rick Derringer, Edgar Winter, Gary Wright, Richard Page, Wally Palmar, and Gregg Bissonette


2010 History

Famous Weddings

Megan Fox

Actress and model Megan Fox (24) weds Beverly Hills 90210 actor Brian Austin Green (36) at the Four Seasons Hualalai near Kona, Hawaii

Famous Deaths

  • Deborah Jo Billingsley, American singer (Lynyrd Skynyrd) and songwriter, dies of cancer at 58

About June 24, 2010

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 12 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: California Gurls - Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Dogg
  • UK #1 Song: Shout - Shout Ft. Dizzee & James Corden