Famous Birthdays
- Erin Lang, Canadian alternative rock musician (Feral & Stray; The Tail Lights), born in Montreal, Quebec
Famous Deaths
- Barbara Hutton 'poor little rich girl', American heiress (Woolworth fortune), dies at 66
- Joan Chandler, American actress, dies at 55
- Lester Flatt, American bluegrass guitarist (Flatt & Scruggs - "Foggy Mountain Breakdown"; "Ballad of Jed Clampett"), dies at 64
1979 Highlights
About May 11, 1979
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 44 years and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Reunited - Peaches & Herb
#1 Song: Bright Eyes - Art Garfunkel
