Famous Birthdays
- 'Marvelous' Marvin Hagler, American boxer (undisputed World Middleweight champion 1980-87; second-longest unified C'ship reign in history), born in Newark, New Jersey (d. 2021)
- Anne-Marie David, French pop singer (Eurovision, 1973), born in Casablanca, French Protectorate in Morocco
- Deborah Adair, actress (Tracey-Dynasty, Kate-Day of Our Life)
- James Mankey, American rock guitarist (Sparks, 1972-73; Concrete Blonde - "Joey"), born in Washington
- Martin Parr, British photographer, born in Epsom, England
Famous Deaths
- Georg Alfred Schumann, German composer, dies at 85
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About May 23, 1952
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
