Historical Events
London Olympics Opening Ceremony
Queen Elizabeth II opens the 30th Olympics in London, United Kingdom (with some help from 007)
Famous Deaths
- Geoffrey Hughes, British actor, dies from prostate cancer at 68
- Norman Alden, American character actor (I Never Promised You a Rose Garden), dies from natural causes at 87
- R G Armstrong [Robert Golden], American actor (Predator, Dick Tracey, T.H.E. Cat), dies of natural causes at 95
- Tony Martin, American singer, dies from natural causes at 98
2012 Highlights
About July 27, 2012
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 11 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepsen
#1 Song: Payphone - Maroon 5 Ft. Wiz Khalifa
