Historical Events
- 6th ABA championship: Indiana Pacers beat Ky Colonels, 4 games to 3
- Dueling Tubas by Martin Mull hits #92
Famous Birthdays
- Kendra Kassebaum, American stage actress (Wicked), born in St Louis, Missouri
- MacKenzie Astin, American actor (Facts of Life, Garbage Pail Kids), born in Los Angeles, California
- Travis Lutter, American Mixed Martial Arts Fighter (The Ultimate Fighter 4), born in Chamberlain, Dakota
Famous Deaths
- Art Pollard, American racecar driver (b. 1927)
- Frances Marion, American screenwriter (Pollyanna, Camille), dies at 85
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About May 12, 1973
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree - Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando
- #1 Song: Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree - Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando