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Events on Friday 1 June 1973 4
1973Greek monarchy abolishedGreece becomes a republicThe military junta abolished the monarchy, which was later permanently rejected in a referendum.
1973 – presentHeidi KlumSupermodel and HostInternationally famous model, television host, and producer of "Project Runway."
1973Helmets become compulsory in BritainUnited KingdomThirty-eight years after the crash, wearing a helmet became a legal requirement for every motorcyclist in the country. Most of the world followed.
1973The Rocky Horror Show — Stage PremiereOriginated the role of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the seductive alien transvestite scientist, in Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show at a tiny upstairs venue at London's Royal Court Theatre. Belting out Sweet Transvestite in platform heels, fishnets and a sparkly black corset, his daring performance was a sensation. The show transferred to larger London venues and then to Broadway.