Historical Events
- 130th Preakness: Jeremy Rose aboard Afleet Alex wins in 1:55.04
- 50th Eurovision Song Contest: Helena Paparizou for Greece wins singing "My Number One" in Kiev
- English FA Cup Final, Millennium Stadium, Cardiff (71,876): Arsenal beats Manchester United, 5-4 on penalties after 0 – 0 (a.e.t.); Gunners' 10th title
Famous Weddings
- "Second Time Around" actor Boris Kodjoe (32) weds "Soul Food" actress Nicole Ari Parker (34) in Gundelfingen, Germany
Famous Deaths
- Howard Morris, American comedic actor and director (The Andy Griffith Show, High Anxiety), dies of a heart disease at 85
Died in 2005 2005 Highlights
About May 21, 2005
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 18 years, 11 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hollaback Girl - Gwen Stefani
#1 Song: Lonely - Akon
