Historical Events
Radio Premiere
Paul Harvey's daily syndicated program "The Rest of the Story" premieres on the ABC Radio Networks, continuing until his death in 2009
Famous Birthdays
- Rob Malda, American internet writer and editor who co-founded Slashdot, born in Holland, Michigan
- Stuart Braithwaite, Scottish guitarist and songwriter (Mogwai, born in South Lanarkshire, Scotland)
- Udo Mechels, Belgian singer (Isn't It Time), born in Brussels, Belgium**-
Famous Weddings
- "KISS" former lead guitarist Ace Frehley (25) weds Janette Trerotola
Famous Deaths
- Elias Aslaksen, Leader of Smith's Friends (b. 1888)
- George Curzon, dies at 77
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About May 10, 1976
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Boogie Fever - The Sylvers
- #1 Song: Fernando - Abba