Historical Events
Pro Wrestling
"The Smashing Punpkins" singer Billy Corgan agrees to purchase the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA)
- World Snooker Championship, Crucible Theatre, Sheffield: Englishman Mark Selby defends title beating John Higgins of Scotland, 18-15; his third world crown
Famous Deaths
- Janet Pilgrim, American early playmate model for Playboy (July 1955, Dec 1955, Oct 1956), dies at 82
- Mike Lowry, American politician (Rep-D-WA, 1979-89, Governor of Washington 1993-97), dies at 78
- Sam Mele, American MLB outfielder/manager (Minnesota Twins record 102 wins 1965), dies at 95
- Stan Weston, American toy licensing agent, had concept for G.I. Joe, dies at 84
Died in 2017 2017 Highlights
About May 1, 2017
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 7 years and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Holidays: Labour Day (India), May Day (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Humble. - Kendrick Lamar
#1 Song: Symphony - Clean Bandit Ft. Zara Larsson
