Historical Events
- "Lucy Does a TV Commercial" (also known as "Vitameatavegamin") episode of "I Love Lucy" premieres, garnering 68% of US television viewers
- Pulitzer prize awarded to Herman Wouk for his novel "The Caine Mutiny"
Famous Birthdays
- Campbell McComas, Australian impersonator and broadcaster, born in Melbourne, Australia (d. 2005)
- Louis Cortelezzi, American rock and jazz saxophonist (Mink DeVille) and film composer (Pokemon), born in New Galilee, Pennsylvania
About May 5, 1952
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 2 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
