Historical Events
- Paul Geidel Jr, American murderer, and longest-serving prison inmate in the United States, paroled after 68 years, 296 days, at the age of 86.
- Samm-Art Williams' "Home" premieres in NYC
Event of Interest
Yugoslav President Josip Tito is buried
Famous Birthdays
- Johan Kenkhuis, Dutch swimmer
- Kate Lawler, English reality television personality and disc jockey (won 1st Big Brother), born in London, England
About May 7, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Call Me - Blondie
#1 Song: Geno - Dexy's Midnight Runners
