Historical Events
- "Utter Glory... Morrissey Hall" opens & closes at Mark Hellinger NYC
Event of Interest
Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and family sentenced to death in Tehran
Famous Birthdays
- Carl Philip, Prince of Sweden, son of Carl XVI Gustaf, born in Stockholm Palace, Stockholm, Sweden
- Michael Madden, American rock bassist (Maroon 5, 1994-2020), born in Austin, Texas
1979 Highlights
About May 13, 1979
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 10 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Reunited - Peaches & Herb
- #1 Song: Bright Eyes - Art Garfunkel