Historical Events
Event of Interest
Betty Shabazz, widow of Malcolm X, set on fire by 12-year-old grandson
NHL History
Ken Dryden becomes president of NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs
Famous Deaths
- West Arkeen, American musician, best known for co-writing several Guns N' Roses songs (It's So Easy, The Garden), dies of a drug overdose at 36
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About May 30, 1997
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: MMMBop - Hanson
- #1 Song: I Wanna Be The One - Eternal Ft. Bebe Winans