What Happened on May 5, 1989

Historical Events

Sports History

Mike Tyson gets 2nd speeding ticket for drag racing in Albany, New York

Famous Birthdays

Chris Brown (34 years old)

American R&B singer ("Run It!"; "Kiss Kiss"), and actor (This Christmas), born in Tappahannock, Virginia

Born in 1989

Famous Deaths

  • Frank Easton, cricket wicket-keeper (NSW 1933-39), dies
1989 Highlights

About May 5, 1989

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Like A Prayer - Madonna
  • UK #1 Song: Eternal Flame - Bangles