What Happened on July 4, 2013

Historical Events

  • 12 people are killed and 60 are injured in a wave of shootings across Chicago

Famous Weddings

Tina Turner

American singer Tina Turner (73) weds German music executive Erwin Bach (57) in Kusnacht, Switzerland

2013 Highlights

About July 4, 2013

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 9 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Holidays: Independence Day (United States)

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrell
  • UK #1 Song: I Love It - Icona Pop Ft. Charli Xcx