What Happened on May 10, 1995

Historical Events

  • Britain lifts a 23-year ban on ministerial talks with Sinn Féin
  • In South Africa, 104 miners killed in an elevator accident
  • Real Zaragoza of Spain win 35th European Cup Winner's Cup against Arsenal of England 2-1 in Paris

Famous Birthdays

  • Gabriella Papadakis, French ice dancer (Olympic gold [Guillaume Cizeron] 2022; World C'ship gold 2015–16, 18–19, 22), born in Clermont-Ferrand, France
  • Missy Franklin, American swimmer (5 Olympic gold 2012, 16; 4 x WRs), born in Pasadena, California

Famous Deaths

  • Harold Berens, comedian, dies at 92
  • Hilde Jarecki, German English educationist (Kindertransport, Playgroups), dies at 83
  • Jimmy Raney, American jazz guitarist, dies at 67
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About May 10, 1995

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 11 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan
  • UK #1 Song: Dreamer - Livin' Joy