Historical Events
- 14 decapitated bodies and 9 hung from a bridge are found in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico
Famous Deaths
Adam Yauch (1964-2012)
American rap-rock vocalist (Beastie Boys -"(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party!)"), dies from cancer at 47
- Mort Lindsey [Lippman], American pianist, arranger, musical director (Judy Garland, 1961-64; Merv Griffin Show, 1962-86; Barbra Streisand, 1968), and composer, dies at 89
Died in 2012 2012 Highlights
About May 4, 2012
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 12 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Somebody That I Used To Know - Gotye Featuring Kimbra
- #1 Song: Call Me Maybe - Carly Rae Jepsen