What Happened on May 13, 1988

Famous Deaths

Chet Baker (1929-1988)

American jazz trumpeter and vocalist ("My Funny Valentine"), falls to his death from an Amsterdam hotel balcony at 59

1988 Highlights

About May 13, 1988

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Anything For You - Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
  • UK #1 Song: Perfect - Fairground Attraction