Historical Events
- Baltimore Orioles sign a 15 year lease to remain in Baltimore and get a new park
Event of Interest
David Mamet's "Speed-the-Plow" premieres in NYC
Event of Interest
Jackson Pollock's "Search" sold for $4,800,000
Sports History
Reds manager Pete Rose is suspended for 30 days for pushing an umpire
1988 History
Famous Birthdays
- Lara Liang, Russian-Taiwanese-American singer (Nan Quan Mama), born in California
About May 2, 1988
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 10 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Holidays: May Day (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Wishing Well - Terence Trent D'Arby
#1 Song: Theme From S-Express - S-Express
