On June 23, 9 years have been on June 23, when the UK said goodbye to the EU. Also on June 23, 1834, the politician Alexandru Odobescu was born, and on the same day, but in 1972, the American actress Selma Blair was born.
Great Britain came out of the EU photo: Shutterstok
1834: Alexandru Odobescu, Romanian writer and historian, member of the Romanian Academic Society, was born.
Born in Bucharest, Alexandru Odobescu held the position of Minister of Monuments for a year (1863-1864). After only two years spent as a student at the National College “Sf. Sava”, Odobescu continued his high school in Paris, in College de France.
Alexandru Odobescu Photo: Archive
While in Paris, he took part in the activity of the “Romanian Junimea” Society, publishing the article “The Romanian Worker”.
Subsequently, he returned to the country, married Alexandra (Saşa) Prejbeanu, the daughter of Russian General Pavel D. Kiseleff. Four years later, in 1862, the ruler Alexandru Ioan Cuza was appointed director in the Ministry of Cults and Public Instruction.
Alexandru Odobescu died on November 10, 1895.
1897: Alexandru Giugaru, Romanian actor of theater and film, was born
Alexandru Giugaru (b. June 23, 1897, Huși; d. March 15, 1986) was a Romanian comedy actor. By Decree no. 43 of January 23, 1953 of the Presidium of the Great National Assembly of the Romanian People's Republic, the actor Alexandru Giugaru and granted the title of emeritus artist of the Romanian People's Republic “for special merits, for valuable achievements in art and for deserving activity”. Later (after 1960 but before 1966) received the title of Artist of the people.
Alexandru Giugaru Photo: Buftea Studios
For his activity, in 1964 he obtained The state prize. Was distinguished with The Order of Labor Class II (1952) “For the work done on the occasion of the “Centenary Caragiale”“And with The Order of Cultural Merit Class I (1967) “for long activity in theater and special merits in the field of dramatic art”Today, the House of Culture in Huși bears his name.
June 23, 1972: Was born American actress Selma Blair
Known in particular for the roles interpreted in “Cruel Intections/ Seduction Temptation” and “Legally Blonde/ Blonde from Law”, Selma Blair was born in Detroit, Michigan. Being passionate about photography, she attended New York University courses. Subsequently, he was directed to the acting, studying at the Conservative Stella Adler.
Selma Blair Photo: Adevărul
In 2004, the actress married the writer and musician Ahmet Zappa, but the marriage lasted only two years. Later, six years ago, in 2018, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
From his filmography we mention: “Pretty persuasive/ Innocent seduction”, “Purple Violets/ purple Violets”, “My Mom's New Boyfriend/ Mother has a new lover” and “Columbus Circle/ Crime in Manhattan”.
1972: was born Zinedine Zidane, French footballer
Zinedine Zidane (b. June 23, 1972), a popular nickname “Zizou”, is a former footballer and current French football coach of Algerian origin. He trained the Real Madrid Castilla team between 2014-2015; On January 4, 2016 he was appointed head coach of the Real Madrid CF football team, replacing Rafael Benítez.
Zidane played as an offensive midfielder, being known for his evolution at France's national football, Juventus Torino and Real Madrid. He is considered one of the best footballers of all time. He was named the best European footballer in the last 50 years, based on the UEFA Golden Jubilee Poll. Midfielder who, through the elegance of dribbling, balance, precise steps, accuracy and free blows became one of the greatest artists of the game and a natural successor of Michel Platini in the post of player of France.
Zinedine PHOTO: Archive
Zidane entered the international attention following the two goals scored in the final of the 1998 World Football Championship, two goals that brought France the first world title. Zidane received the trophy of the Golden Ball being considered the best player of the tournament. On April 25, 2006, Zidane officially announced his withdrawal from the national team of France after the World Football Championship, Germany 2006.
June 23, 1984: Born singer Andreea Bălan
Born in Ploiești, Andreea Bălan debuted on television, in 1994, in the show “Yes, no”. He knew the success with the band Andre, which represented a real phenomenon in the late 1990s.
However, the two artists decided to go on separate roads in 2002. Subsequently, in 2019, Andreea Bălan and Andreea Antonescu met and launched a song, “Reset to the heart”. Also, in 2004 the first solo album of the singer was released, “you play with me”.
Andreea Bălan
We mention some of his pieces: “You play with me”, “catch me, light me”, “Like a Bunny” and “Decor”.
1990: The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova has adopted the declaration of sovereignty
On June 23, 1990, the Supreme Soviet of the Moldovan Soviet Soviet Republic of the 12th legislature, during the first session, appealing to the truth that all people are the right to life, liberty and well-being, understanding the historical responsibility for the fate of Moldova, which has its own history, culture and millennial traditions, respecting the law, in the law, Social stability, expressing the desire of the people, declares solemnly: The Moldovan Socialist Soviet Republic is a sovereign state.
June 23, 2013: The bus accident in Montenegro. 18 Romanians died and another 29 were injured
10 years ago, 18 Romanians died and another 29 were injured, after the bus, in which there were 47 people, collapsed in a 30-meter precipice. The accident took place in Gllo, on a road from a mountain region, 30 km north of Podgorița, the capital of Montenegro.
Accident Montenegro Photo: Adevărul (Archive)
Following the accident, the Foreign Minister at that time, Titus Corlățean, convened the Crisis cell of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
June 23, 2016: The United Kingdom says goodbye to the European Union
Nine years ago, the United Kingdom Vota for leaving the European Union. Thus, 51.9% of the British who were at the ballot box opted for the separation of their country from the Community Bloc, and 48.1% would have wanted to stay in the European Union.
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The result of the vote had immediate consequences. British Prime Minister David Cameron led the campaign to stay the United Kingdom in the European Union, announced that he will resign from the government.
Also, the next morning, the pound collapsed, and the main index of the London Stock Exchange, FTSE 100 decreased by 8%.
