Historical Events
- "I Remember Mama" opens at Majestic Theater NYC for 108 performances
- Radio City Music Hall (NYC) reopens
Famous Birthdays
- Vir Das, Indian comedian and actor, born in Dehradun, India
Famous Deaths
- Nigel Howard, English cricket batsman and captain (4 Tests; Lancashire, MCC), dies at 54
About May 31, 1979
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 4 months and 4 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
