What Happened on May 19, 2007

Historical Events

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

"Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End", directed by Gore Verbinksi, starring Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom premieres in Anaheim - most expensive film ($300 million) made at the time

Sicko

"Sicko" a documentary on the US health care system, directed by Michael Moore has its premiere at the Cannes Film festival.

  • 132nd Preakness: Robby Albarado aboard Curlin wins in 1:53.46

No Country for Old Men

Coen brothers film "No Country for Old Men", based on the Cormac McCarthy novel, starring Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin premieres at the Cannes Film Festival (Best Picture 2008)

FA Cup Final

English FA Cup Final, Wembley Stadium, London (89,826): Chelsea beats Manchester United, 1 – 0 (a.e.t.); Didier Drogba scores 116' winner for Blues' 4th title

  • In an all South African final the Bulls (Pretoria) edge the home team Sharks, 20-19 in Durban for their first Super 14 Rugby title; Bulls flyhalf Derick Hougaard boots 2 penalties & 2 conversions
  • NHL Eastern Conference Final: Ottawa Senators beat Buffalo Sabres, 4 games to 1

Famous Deaths

  • Bernard Blaut, Polish soccer midfielder (36 caps; KP Legia Warsaw, FC Metz) and manager (UAE), dies at 67
  • Dean Eyre, New Zealand politician (b. 1914)
Died in 2007 2007 Highlights

About May 19, 2007

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Makes Me Wonder - Maroon 5
  • UK #1 Song: Baby's Coming Back/Transylvania - Mcfly