Historical Events
- "Rodgers & Hart" opens at Helen Hayes Theater NYC for 108 performances
- Hail stones as large as tennis balls hit Wernerville, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
- Bob Wills, American musician, known as the 'King of Western Swing' ("Steel Guitar Rag"), dies from bronchial pneumonia at 69
- Vladislav Zolotaryov, Soviet Russian bayanist (button accordion player), and composer (Six Children's Suites), takes his own life at 53
Died in 1975 1975 Highlights
About May 13, 1975
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 11 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: He Don't Love You (Like I Love You) - Tony Orlando & Dawn
#1 Song: Stand By Your Man - Tammy Wynette
