What Happened on May 5, 1994

Historical Events

  • "Sally Marrand Her Escorts" opens at Helen Hayes NYC for 50 performances
  • Labour beats Conservatives in British local elections
  • North-Yemen air force bombs Aden South Yemen

Famous Birthdays

  • Celeste [Epiphany Waite], British singer (Not Your Muse), born in Culver City, California

Famous Deaths

  • Hein Salomonson, architect, dies at about 83
  • Joe Layton, American director (Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip), dies at 63
Died in 1994 1994 Highlights

About May 5, 1994

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 29 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Sign - Ace Of Base
  • UK #1 Song: The Real Thing - Tony Di Bart