Historical Events
- 45th British Academy Television Awards: "Father Ted" Best Comedy, "The Cops" Best Drama
Famous Deaths
- Ivan M. Niven, Canadian-American mathematician, dies at 83
- Shirley Dinsdale, American ventriloquist (Judy Splinters), radio and television personality, dies of cancer at 72
Died in 1999 1999 Highlights
About May 9, 1999
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Livin' La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
#1 Song: I Want It That Way - Backstreet Boys
