What Happened on May 18, 1990

Historical Events

Sports History

Cubs Ryne Sandberg ends 2nd baseman record 123 errorless game streak

  • East and West Germany sign a monetary union treaty

Stanley Cup

Edmonton right wing Jari Kurri sets record for scoring in a Stanley Cup Finals game with 3 goals and 2 assists in 7-2 win at Boston Garden

  • Judy Carne arrested at JFK airport on an 11-year-old drug warrant
  • TV movie "Return To Green Acres" airs

Famous Deaths

  • Jill Ireland, English actress (Carry on Nurse, Family), dies of cancer at 54
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About May 18, 1990

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Vogue - Madonna
  • UK #1 Song: Killer - Adamski