Historical Events
- 1st scheduled jet airliner passenger service began with a British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) Comet from London to Johannesburg carrying 36 passengers [1]
- John Cage's "Water Music" - for a solo pianist, using a piano, a radio, whistles, water containers, and a deck of cards - premieres in New York City
Famous Birthdays
- Christine Baranski, American Tony and Emmy Award-winning stage and screen (Rumors; The Good Wife; Cybill - "Maryann"; The Birdcage), born in Buffalo, New York
- Isla St Clair [Isabella Dyce], Scottish traditional and folk music singer, and television presenter, born in Grangemouth, Scotland
- Mari Natsuki, Japanese singer, dancer and actress, born in Tokyo, Japan
About May 2, 1952
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
