Famous Birthdays
- Jay Bothroyd, English footballer (striker for J1 League club Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo), born in London
- Randall Gay, American NFL player (New Orleans Saints), born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Wouter D'Haene, Belgian flatwater canoer, born in Kortrijk, Belgium
Famous Deaths
- Cal Tjader, American Latin jazz vibraphonist, dies of a heart attack at 56
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About May 5, 1982
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Chariots Of Fire - Titles - Vangelis
- #1 Song: Ebony And Ivory - Paul Mccartney & Stevie Wonder