What Happened on May 5, 1991

Historical Events

  • A riot breaks out in the Mt. Pleasant section of Washington, D.C. after Salvadoran man is shot by police

Famous Deaths

  • William De Acutis, American actor (9½ Weeks, Other People's Money), dies from a brain lymphoma at 33
Died in 1991 1991 Highlights

About May 5, 1991

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Joyride - Roxette
  • UK #1 Song: The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss) - Cher