Historical Events
Music Concert
Ringo Starr's sixth All-Starr Band debuts in concert; members include: Todd Rundgren, Jack Bruce, Gary Brooker, Simon Kirke, and Timmy Cappello
- Tate Modern art gallery opens in the re-designed Bankside Power station by Herzog & de Meuron in London, England
Famous Birthdays
- Sedona Prince, American basketball player (who highlighted gender inequality in US women's basketball), born in Hemet, California
Famous Deaths
- Adam Petty, American auto racer (son of Kyle Petty; death leads to NASCAR mandate of steering wheel kill switch), dies in practice session accident at 19
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About May 12, 2000
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Maria Maria - Santana Featuring The Product G&B
- #1 Song: Oops!... I Did It Again - Britney Spears