Historical Events
- Alan Janes' jukebox musical "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story", starring Paul Hipp, closes at Shubert Theatre, NYC, after 225 performances
- Willy T. Ribbs overcomes numerous mechanical problems in qualifying to become first African-American driver to make Indianapolis 500 starting grid
Famous Birthdays
- Jordan Pruitt, American singer (The Voice), born in Loganville, Georgia
- Moses Sumney, American singer-songwriter (Græ), born in San Bernadino, California
Famous Deaths
- Douglas L. Mays, English cartoonist (Punch), dies at 90
- Rini Otte, Dutch actress (Ergens in Nederland), dies at 74
Died in 1991 1991 Highlights
About May 19, 1991
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Don't Wanna Cry - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss) - Cher
