What Happened on May 19, 1975

Historical Events

27th Emmy Awards

27th Emmy Awards: "The Mary Tyler Moore Show", Robert Blake & Jean Marsh win

  • Farm truck packed with wedding party struck by a train, killing 66 in truck, 40 miles south of Poona, India

Famous Birthdays

  • London Fletcher, American football player
  • Masanobu Ando, Japanese actor
  • Pretinha, Brazilian footballer

About May 19, 1975

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 11 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

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

Holidays: Victoria Day (Canada)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Shining Star - Earth, Wind & Fire
  • UK #1 Song: Stand By Your Man - Tammy Wynette