Discover our newspaper digital archive from May 19, 1989
Browse newspapers from May 19, 1989
Friday May 19, 1989: on this day
About May 19th, 1989, in brief:
- Historical events: Sue Ellen (Linda Gray) last appearance on Dallas
- Day of the week: May 19th, 1989 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Grace Jones, André the Giant
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdul
- #1 UK song: Hand On Your Heart by Kylie Minogue
- Popular movie: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade directed by Steven Spielberg
More about May 19th, 1989? See below for more news and curiosities on May 19th, 1989.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 19, 1989?
- May 19, 1989: What happened on that day?
- May 19, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 19, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 19, 1989?
- May 19, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 19, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
- May 19, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 19, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
- May 19, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 19, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 19, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 19, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 19, 1989?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 19, 1989?
- Who was the Pope on May 19, 1989?
What day of the week was May 19, 1989?
May 19, 1989: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 19, 1989:
- Sue ellen (linda gray) last appearance on dallas
- United states senator albert gore introduces a u$1.75 billion bill in congress to finance creation of a nationwide "data super highway" to link supercomputers.
- Dow jones average passes 2,500 mark for first time, closes at 2,501.1.
- Robert webber, american actor (alex - moonlighting), dies of als (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis/lou gehrig's disease) at age 64.
May 19, 1989: What were the magazines covers that day?
Browse the vintage magazine covers from May 19, 1989
Looking for other vintage memories?Look at our old newspapers and magazines page
May 19, 1989: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 19th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
Discover the personality of May born.
Unlock the Mysteries of May 19, 1989! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now
May 19, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 19, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Snake personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!
Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 19th, 1989 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for May 19, 1989
May 19, 1989: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 19, 1989 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 19, 1989 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on May 19, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:34 pm and setting at 04:59 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 21, 1989 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 1989.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!
Your place in the Universe on May 19, 1989
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your map!This day in 30 sec.
Who was born on May 19, 1989?
Famous people born on May 19, 1989:
- Latysha Adams
Australian professional basketball player with exceptional skills on the court.
- Jasmine
Japanese singer-songwriter and producer.
- Dulcita Lieggi
- Vytenis Lipkevičius
- Samuel Mensiro
- Erline Nolte
- Ädilbek Nïyazımbetov
- Clément Desalle
- Manuel Poppinger
- Sergej Tkačëv
- Abbie Cat
- Tom Phillips
- Daniel Genov
- Xiao Wen Ju
- Yurika Kubo
Whose famous birthday is on May 19th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 19th:
![Grace Jones]()
Grace JonesGrace jones is a jamaican-american singer, actress, and model known for her distinctive voice, androgynous style, and hits like 'pull up to...
![André the Giant]()
André the GiantAndré the giant was a french professional wrestler and actor, known for his enormous size and strength.
![Pete Townshend]()
Pete TownshendBritish musician, founder of "the who", rock band.
![Jon Kortajarena]()
Jon KortajarenaJon kortajarena is a spanish model known for his work with major fashion brands and his appearances in high-profile fashion shows and...
![Nora Ephron]()
Nora EphronAmerican director, producer, screenwriter and novelist.
![Kevin Garnett]()
Kevin GarnettNba forward (minnesota timberwolves).
![Kyle Eastwood]()
Kyle EastwoodAmerican singer-bass player and actor.
![Nancy Kwan]()
Nancy KwanHong kong-american actress and makeup artist.
![Michele Placido]()
Michele PlacidoFoggia, italy -- actor (la lupa, poliziotti).
![Jesse Peretz]()
Jesse PeretzAmerican filmmaker, seen in "first love, last rites," which was released in june 1998.
May 19, 1989: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 34 years 11 months old,
or 419 months and 22 days old,
or 1825 weeks and 1 day old,
or 12776 days old,
if you were born on May 19, 1989.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 19, 1989?
There are 8 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 19th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 19, 1989?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 19, 1989.
May 19, 1989: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 19, 1989:
- Yiannis Papaioannou
Greek composer and educator (d. 1989).
- CLR James
West indian journalist and writer (born in 1901).
- Able J Herzberg
Russian/netherlands lawyer (adolf eichmann in jerusalem), dies.
- Cyril Lionel Robert James
- Anton Diffring
- Mario Puppo
- Robert Webber
What famous deaths happened on May 19th?
Famous deaths on May 19th:
![Alan Young]()
Alan YoungAlan young was a canadian-american actor best known for his role as wilbur post in the television series mister ed.
![Ronald Colman]()
Ronald ColmanBritish-american actor.
![Henry Corden]()
Henry CordenAmerican actor and voice artist (born in 1921).
- Maymuna Ali
Legendary female boxer and daughter of Muhammad Ali.
- Nathanyal Hawthorne
Renowned American novelist and short story writer.
- Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was the wife of the 35th President of the United States, John F. Kennedy, and served as First Lady from 1961...
- Jaclyne Bouvier Kennedy
Wife of President John F. Kennedy and known for her style and grace.
May 19, 1989: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 19, 1989:
- National Hug-Your-Cat Day
- NASCAR Day USA.(2006)
- Commemoration of Pontian Greeks Genocide in Greece.
- Commemoration of Atatnrk, Youth and Sports Day in Turkey (1919).
- Theophilus of Corte
- Pudentiana
- Emiliana
- Ives
- Peter Celestine
- Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Dunstan
May 19, 1989: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 19, 1989 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 15th and May 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 19, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 19, 1989 was Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdul, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1989: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 19, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Paula Abdul - Forever Your Girl
- Jody Watley - Real Love
- Bon Jovi - I'll Be There For You
- Donny Osmond - Soldier Of Love
- Michael Damian - Rock On
May 19, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 19, 1989 was Hand On Your Heart by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1989: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 19, 1989 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kylie Minogue - Hand On Your Heart
- Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden & Stock Aitken Waterman - Ferry Cross The Mersey
- Natalie Cole - Miss You Like Crazy
- The Bangles - Eternal Flame
- London Boys - Requiem
May 19, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 19, 1989 was Start Of A Romance by Skyy, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1989: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 19, 1989 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Skyy - Start Of A Romance
- Al B. Sure! - If I'm Not Your Lover
- Deon Estus With George Michael - Heaven Help Me
- Guy - I Like
- Grady Harrell - Sticks And Stones
May 19, 1989: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 19, 1989 was Como Tu by Jose Jose, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.
May 19, 1989: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 19, 1989 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 15th and May 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Jose Jose - Como Tu
- Luis Miguel - La Incondicional
- Braulio - AMANDOTE Y SONANDOTE
- Vikki Carr - MALA SUERTE
- Marisela - Ya No Puedo Volver Contigo
May 19, 1989: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 19, 1989 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Steven Spielberg
Starring: Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, Alison Doody, Denholm Elliott
Country: United States of America
Francesco
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Liliana Cavani
Starring: Helena Bonham Carter, Mickey Rourke, Paolo Bonacelli, Mario Adorf, Andréa Ferréol, Paco Reconti, Peppe Lanzetta, Tomas Arana, Fabio Bussotti, Hanns Zischler, Diego Ribon, Lorenzo Piani
Country: Italy
Pink Cadillac
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Buddy Van Horn
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Bernadette Peters, Timothy Carhart, Tiffany Gail Robinson
Killer Crocodile
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Fabrizio De Angelis
Starring: Van Johnson, Ennio Girolami, Sherrie Rose, Anthony Crenna, John Harper, Ann Douglas, Wohrman Williams, Julian Hampton
Country: Italy
Do the Right Thing
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Spike Lee
Starring: Danny Aiello, Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Richard Edson
Country: United States of America
May 19, 1989: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 19, 1989 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Fast Forward
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Sidney Poitier
Round the Twist
Release year: 1989
Country: Australia
Rivalen der Rennbahn
Release year: 1989
Rory Bremner
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Kevin Bishop
Straight to the Heart
Release year: 1989
Directed by: Stephane Gehami
May 19, 1989: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 19, 1989 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A Woman Named Jackie
By: C. David Heymann
This biography examines Jackie Kennedy Onassis' life and career, starting with her traumatizing childhood through to her marriage to John F. Kennedy
The Diamond Throne
By: David Eddings
After ten years in exile, Sparhawk, Pandion Knight and Queen's Champion returned to Elenia, only to find Queen Ehlanda trapped inside a block made of ensorcelled Crystal.
The Joy Luck Club
By: Amy Tan
Four mothers, four daughters and four families, whose histories change with the winds according to who is "saying" them.
May 19, 1989: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 19, 1989 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse
DuckTales
Darius II
Cobra Triangle
Baseball Stars
Who was the US President on May 19, 1989?
On May 19, 1989 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 19, 1989?
On May 19, 1989 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 19, 1989?
On May 19, 1989 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 19th?
May 19th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 19th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on May 19th, such as:
- 2019 - A bus transporting south african nationals was struck by an explosion near giza's grand egyptian museum, egypt. at least 14 people were injured.
- 2018 - Russian military intervention in ukraine: ukraine’s joint forces operation reports that russian-led militants attacked ukrainian troops in donbas 43 times in the last 24 hours. they used artillery systems, 120mm mortars, and 82mm mortars ten times each, but there were no casualties among ukrainian servicemen. two militants have been killed and three more are injured, according to intelligence data.
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: at least 11 people are killed by a roadside bomb in logar province.
What happened in 1989?
1989 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Princess Diane of England visits New York City
- Bill White named NL President; 1st black major-league sports head
- 5 cm of snow falls in outskirts of Los Angeles
Do you remember 1989? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to
What was the calendar for May 1989?
May 1989 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
