Historical Events
Film Premiere
"Gigi" based on the story by Colette, directed by Vincent Minnelli and starring Leslie Caron and Maurice Chevalier premieres in New York (Best Picture 1959)
- USSR launches Sputnik III
Famous Birthdays
- Ron Simmons, American professional wrestler
Famous Deaths
- Michael G the Boer, historian (Harbor of Amsterdam), dies at 91
About May 15, 1958
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 10 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Who's Sorry Now - Connie Francis
