Famous Birthdays
- Jack Whitaker, American sportscaster (ABC, CBS), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2019)
- Maya Kopitseva, Russian painter of the Leningrad school, born in Gagry, USSR (d. 2005)
- Priscilla Pointer, American actress (Carrie; Mommie Dearest), born in New York City
About May 18, 1924
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 100 years, 1 month and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus