What Happened on May 22, 2012

Historical Events

  • 14 people die and 30 are injured in train collision in India
  • NHL Western Conference Finals: Los Angeles Kings beat Phoenix Coyotes, 4 games to 1
  • Philip Philips is crowned the eleventh American Idol

Famous Deaths

  • Wesley Brown, 1st African American US Naval Academy graduate, dies at 85
Died in 2012 2012 Highlights

About May 22, 2012

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 11 years, 11 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Somebody That I Used To Know - Gotye Featuring Kimbra
  • UK #1 Song: R.I.P. - Rita Ora Ft. Tinie Tempah