Historical Events
- Coldest temperature ever recorded in Hawaii - 12°F (-11°C), on top of Mauna Kea
- Emmy 6th Daytime Award presentation, "Ryan's Hope" wins Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
- Phillies beat Cubs, 23-22, on 50 hits with 11 HRs
Famous Birthdays
- Kristóf Baráti, Hungarian classical violinist, born in Budapest, Hungary
- Wayne Thomas, English footballer, born in Gloucester, England
Famous Deaths
- Donyale Luna [Peggy Ann Freeman], American model and actress "the first Black supermodel", dies of a heroin overdose at 33 [1]
1979 Highlights
About May 17, 1979
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 11 months and 1 day
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
