Historical Events
- West Germany joins NATO
Famous Birthdays
- Donald A Thomas, PhD/Astronaut (STS 65, 70, 83, 94), born in Cleveland, Ohio
- John Hutton, British politician and cabinet minister (L), born in London
- Kim Bullard, American session and touring keyboardist (CS&N, 2977-79; Poco, 1978-83; Elton John Band, 2009-present), born in Atlanta, Georgia
- Ron Fawcett, British rock climber, born in Embsay, North Riding of Yorkshire, England
- Tom Bergeron, American game show host
About May 6, 1955
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 11 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White - Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra, The King of the Mambo