Historical Events
- Great Britain performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
- Italian Red Brigade officer Mario Sossi freed
Famous Birthdays
- Charlie Yeung, Hong Kong actress and singer (Seven Swords), born in Hong Kong
- Duane Clemons, American NFL linebacker (Minnesota Vikings), born in Riverside, California
Jewel Kilcher (49 years old)
American singer-songwriter ("Pieces Of You"; "You Were Meant For Me"; "Standing Still"), born in Payson, Utah
Ken Jennings (49 years old)
American game show host and contestant (Jeopardy!), born in Edmonds, Washington
- Matt Hindle, Canadian bobsledder, born in Calgary, Alberta
- Mónica Naranjo, Spanish singer, born in Figueres, Spain
Famous Deaths
- Kathleen Cannell, American fashion and dance writer, dies at 82
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About May 23, 1974
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Streak - Ray Stevens
#1 Song: Sugar Baby Love - The Rubettes
