Historical Events
Cannes Film Festival
"Kagemusha" directed by Akira Kurosawa wins the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival
- "Rock Lobster" single by B-52s hits #56
- Iran rejects a call to World Court to release US hostages
- Stanley Cup Final, Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY: In first Finals appearance, NY Islanders beat Philadelphia Flyers, 5-4 in OT for a 4 games to 2 series win
Famous Birthdays
- Billy L. Sullivan, American actor (Will Pacino-Something So Right), born in Long Island, New York
- Cecilia Cheung, Hong Kong-Australian actress (Fly Me To Polaris) and cantopop singer, born in Hong Kong
About May 24, 1980
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 1 month and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Call Me - Blondie
#1 Song: What's Another Year - Johnny Logan
