Historical Events
- "Carrie" opens at Virginia Theater NYC for 5 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Marcelo [Vieira da Silva Júnior], Brazilian football player (Real Madrid, Brazil national team), born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Famous Deaths
- Paul Osborn, American playwright (Mornings at 7), dies at 86
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About May 12, 1988
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 11 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Anything For You - Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
#1 Song: Perfect - Fairground Attraction
