Historical Events
Music History
"Julie and Jackie: How Sweet It Is" music and comedy variety special starring Julie Andrews and Jackie Gleason airs on ABC-TV
- Ruffian begins her racing career as a filly and dies 14 months later
- Soccer team Veendam forms
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Birthdays
- A. J. Langer, American actress ("My So-Called Life"; "Baywatch"), born in Columbus, Ohio
- Sean Gunn, American actor (Gilmore Girls - "Kirk"; Marvel superhero films), born in St. Louis, Missouri
About May 22, 1974
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 49 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Streak - Ray Stevens
#1 Song: Sugar Baby Love - The Rubettes
