Historical Events
- Indianapolis 500: Polesitter Rick Mears takes lead for the final time with 18 laps to go, to win his first of four Indy 500 races
Event of Interest
Pope John Paul II ordains John J O'Connor as a bishop
Famous Birthdays
- Mile Sterjovski, Australian footballer
About May 27, 1979
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hot Stuff - Donna Summer
#1 Song: Sunday Girl - Blondie
