Historical Events
- 57th National Spelling Bee: Daniel Greenblatt wins spelling luge
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Cricket Record
Viv Richards hits 189* (170 balls) v England, ODI cricket record
Famous Birthdays
- Nate Robinson, American basketball player (first three-time slam dunk champion), born in Seattle, Washington
- Yael Grobglas, French-Israeli actress (Jane the Virgin), born in Paris, France
About May 31, 1984
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Let's Hear It For The Boy - Deniece Williams
- #1 Song: Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham!