What Happened on May 13, 1974

Famous Birthdays

  • Brian Geraghty, American actor (Broadwalk Empire, Big Sky), born in Toms River, New Jersey
  • Lisa Jacob, American swimmer (Olympic gold 4x100m freestyle, 4×200m freestyle 1996), born in United States of America
  • Tim McMahon, American hardcore punk rock singer (Mouthpiece:, Hands Tied: Triple Threat), born in New Jersey

Famous Deaths

Denny Shute (1904-1974)

American golfer (British Open 1933, PGA C'ship 1936-37), dies at 69

  • Jaime Torres Bodet, Mexican politician, 2nd Director-General of the UNESCO (1948-52), dies at 72
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights

About May 13, 1974

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 11 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Streak - Ray Stevens
  • UK #1 Song: Sugar Baby Love - The Rubettes