What Happened on May 18, 1993

Historical Events

  • Italian police arrest Mafia boss Benedetto "Nitto" Santapaola

Famous Birthdays

  • Jiří Prskavec, Czech canoeist (Olympic gold K1 slalom 2020; 4 x World C'ship gold 2015, 17, 19), born in Mělník, Czech Republic

Famous Deaths

  • Heinrich Albertz, German theologist & mayor of Berlin (1966-67), dies at 78
  • Pamela Cunnington, English architect, historic preservationist, and author (Change of Use), dies at 67
Died in 1993 1993 Highlights

About May 18, 1993

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: That's The Way Love Goes - Janet Jackson
  • UK #1 Song: All That She Wants - Ace of Base