Oscar the Grouch Day
Oscar the Grouch Day, celebrated on June 1st, is a fun day dedicated to Oscar the Grouch, one of the iconic characters from the beloved children’s television show “Sesame Street.” Oscar is known for his grumpy personality and love of trash.
Nail Polish Day
National Nail Polish Day is celebrated annually on June 1st, honoring the beauty, creativity, and fashion of nail polish. It was established by the nail polish brand Essie in 2017 and has since become a day for nail enthusiasts to celebrate and indulge in their love for nail art.
June 1st has been a significant date in history for various reasons.
Historical Events:
1495: The first written record of Scotch Whisky appeared in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, with a mention of “eight bolls of malt to Friar John Cor.”
1792: Kentucky was admitted as the 15th state of the United States.
1796: Tennessee was admitted as the 16th state of the United States.
1812: U.S. President James Madison asked Congress to declare war on the United Kingdom, leading to the War of 1812.
1869: Thomas Edison received the patent for his electric voting machine.
1926: Marilyn Monroe, the iconic American actress and cultural figure, was born.
1938: Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, made his first appearance in Action Comics #1.
1967: The Beatles released the album “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” which became a milestone in the history of music.
1980: CNN (Cable News Network), the world’s first 24-hour television news network, was launched.
Birthdays:
1801: Brigham Young, American religious leader, second President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (d. 1877).
1926: Marilyn Monroe, American actress and model (d. 1962).
1937: Morgan Freeman, American actor and filmmaker.
1947: Ronnie Wood, English rock musician (The Rolling Stones).
Other Notable Events:
1938: The first issue of Action Comics, featuring the debut of Superman, was published.
2009: General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It was the fourth-largest bankruptcy in U.S. history and the largest in the automotive industry.
