Historical Events
- "Star Trek: The Next Generation" finale airs this week in syndication
- 270 pilgrims die in the bustle round Mina, Saudi-Arabia
Cannes Film Festival
47th Cannes Film Festival: "Pulp Fiction" directed by Quentin Tarantino wins the Palme d'Or
- Roman Herzog elected President of Germany
Famous Deaths
- Carl Althoff, German circus director, dies at 82
- Joe Pass [Passalaqua], American jazz guitarist ("The Trio" with Oscar Peterson; Ella Fitzgerald) and composer, dies from liver cancer at 65
- Ray Candy, American professional wrestler, dies from a heart attack at 42
Died in 1994 1994 Highlights
About May 23, 1994
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 29 years, 11 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini
Holidays: Victoria Day (Canada)
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Swear - All-4-One
#1 Song: Come On You Reds - Manchester United Football Club
