What Happened on May 5, 1952

Historical Events

  • "Lucy Does a TV Commercial" (also known as "Vitameatavegamin") episode of "I Love Lucy" premieres, garnering 68% of US television viewers
  • Pulitzer prize awarded to Herman Wouk for this novel "The Caine Mutiny"

Famous Birthdays

  • Campbell McComas, Australian impersonator and broadcaster, born in Melbourne, Australia (d. 2005)
  • Louis Cortelezzi, American rock and jazz saxophonist (Mink DeVille) and film composer (Pokemon), born in New Galilee, Pennsylvania
Born in 1952
1952 Highlights

About May 5, 1952

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus