What Happened on May 18, 1991

Historical Events

  • 116th Preakness: Jerry Bailey aboard Hansel wins in 1:54
  • France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
  • Republic of Somaliland declares independence from Somalia
  • USSR launches 2 cosmonauts to MIR space station

Famous Deaths

  • Edwina Booth, American actress (Trader Horn), dies of heart failure at 86
Died in 1991 1991 Highlights

About May 18, 1991

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Like The Way (The Kissing Game) - Hi-Five
  • UK #1 Song: The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss) - Cher