Historical Events
Film & TV History
46th Cannes Film Festival: "Ba wang bie ji" directed by Chen Kaige and "The Piano" directed by Jane Campion jointly awarded the Palme d'Or
- Eritrea achieved independence from Ethiopia after 30-year civil war
Film & TV History
Kim Basinger files for bankruptcy to avoid paying $7.4M settlement
- Kurd rebellion kills 33 soldiers and 5 citizens in Turkey
- NHL Prince of Wales Conference Final: Montreal Canadians beat New York Islanders, 4 games to 1
TV Show Appearance
Star Trek episode "Second Chances" airs guest starring Mae Jemison, the 1st real life astronaut to appear on the show
Famous Deaths
- Jesus Posadas Ocampo, Mexican cardinal/archbishop, shot dead at 66
Died in 1993 1993 Highlights
About May 24, 1993
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Gemini
Holidays: Victoria Day (Canada)
Music Charts
- #1 Song: That's The Way Love Goes - Janet Jackson
- #1 Song: All That She Wants - Ace of Base