Historical Events
- 217th & final episode of TV soap "Dynasty" is aired
- France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
- Kenya announces worldwide ban on ivory to preserve its elephant herds
- NHL Prince of Wales Conference Final: Montreal Canadians beat Philadelphia Flyers, 4 games to 2
Event of Interest
US President George H. W. Bush orders nearly 2,000 troops to Panama

George H. W. Bush
Famous Birthdays
- Cam Newton, American football quarterback (Heisman Trophy 2010, Auburn; NFL MVP 2015; Pro Bowl 2011, 13, 15; Carolina Panthers), born in Atlanta, Georgia
- Giovani dos Santos, Mexican footballer
Famous Deaths
- Jitka Snížková, Czech composer, music educator and musicologist, dies at 64
1989 Highlights
About May 11, 1989
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus