WAY BACK WHEN for Tuesday, June 9, 2026
1790, the First Book Was Copyrighted in the U.S. John Barry’s “Philadelphia Spelling Book”.
1934, Donald Duck made his debut in Disney’s “The Wise Little Hen”.
1980, Richard Pryor suffered third degree burns over most of his body while “freebasing” the cocaine. He had to endure two months of painful skin-grafting operations.
Music History
1984 – Cyndi Lauper was at #1 with “Time After Time” on the US Charts. She stood out in the MTV era with her colorful hair, quirky fashion, and distinctive voice. While many pop stars of the time were carefully polished, she projected a playful, rebellious personality that resonated with fans.
Notable Birthdays:
Actress Natalie Portman 45
Actor Johnny Depp 63
Michael J. Fox 65
Credit to:
Thisdayinmusic.com and Thisdaytrivia.com
