Historical Events
- 43rd Eurovision Song Contest: Dana International for Israel wins singing "Diva" in Birmingham
Famous Deaths
- Alice Faye [Leppert], American actress and singer (Hello Frisco, Hello; Fallen Angel; Stowaway), dies of stomach cancer at 83
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights
About May 9, 1998
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Too Close - Next
#1 Song: Under the Bridge/Lady Marmalade - All Saints
