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May 16, 1991 was the 136th day of the year 1991, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 16, 1991 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 16, 1991, who was born and died on May 16, 1991, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 16, 1991, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Like The Way (The Kissing Game) by Hi-Five), movies (e.g. Proof, directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse), TV series (e.g. All Good Things) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 16th, 1991 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 16, 1991?
- May 16, 1991: What happened on that day?
- May 16, 1991: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 16, 1991: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 16, 1991?
- May 16, 1991: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 16, 1991: What famous people died on that day?
- May 16, 1991: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 16, 1991: Number 1 song on that day
- May 16, 1991: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 16, 1991: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 16, 1991: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 16, 1991: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 16, 1991?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1991?
- Who was the Pope on May 16, 1991?
What day of the week was May 16, 1991?
May 16, 1991 was a Thursday and it was the 136th day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 16, 1991 can also be written as 5/16/1991 in the US and as 16/5/1991 in UK and Europe.
May 16, 1991: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 16, 1991:
- Daily planet fires cub reporter jimmy olson
- Queen elizabeth ii of the united kingdom addressed a joint session of the united states congress. she is the first british monarch to address the u.s. congress.
May 16, 1991: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 16th 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.
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May 16, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 16, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 16th, 1991 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 16, 1991: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 16, 1991 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 16, 1991 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 16, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 07:32 am and setting at 11:20 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1991 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1991.
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Who was born on May 16, 1991?
Famous people born on May 16, 1991:
- Iness Chepkesis Koech
Kenyan middle-distance runner who excelled in the steeplechase event.
- Grigor Dimitrov
Grigor Dimitrov is a Bulgarian professional tennis player who has won multiple ATP titles and reached the semifinals of Grand Slam...
- Isiaih Rashad
Isiaih Rashad is an American rapper and record producer who is known for his work in the hip-hop genre.
- Ashlley Wagner
Talented figure skater known for graceful performances on the ice.
- Mareo Dragic
Mareo Dragic is a Slovenian professional basketball player who plays as a point guard.
- Joey Graceffa
American internet celebrity.
- Steven Davis
Youtube star.
- Tristan Walker
- Eglė Šikšniūtė
- Gueïda Fofana
- Getterson
- Francisco Hyun-sol Kim
- Michael McBroom
- Matias Møvik
- Octavian Onofrei
Whose famous birthday is on May 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 16th:
![Megan Fox]()
Megan FoxAmerican actress and model.
![Pierce Brosnan]()
Pierce BrosnanHe is an irish actor who is extremely handsome and has a nice look.
![Janet Jackson]()
Janet JacksonAmerican actress and recording artist.
![Melanie Lynskey]()
Melanie LynskeyMelanie lynskey is a new zealand actress known for her roles in films such as heavenly creatures and tv shows like two and a half men.
![Tori Spelling]()
Tori SpellingAmerican actress, and well-known family member, is the daughter of tv producer aaron spelling.
![Henry Fonda]()
Henry FondaAmerican actor.
![Joseph Morgan]()
Joseph MorganJoseph morgan is a british tv actor best known for his role as klaus mikaelson in the tv series the vampire diaries and its spin-off, the...
![Thomas Brodie-Sangster]()
Thomas Brodie-SangsterThomas brodie-sangster is a british actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'game of thrones' and 'love actually'.
![Danny Trejo]()
Danny TrejoDanny trejo is an american actor known for his tough-guy roles in various action films and television shows.
![David Boreanaz]()
David BoreanazDavid boreanaz is an american actor best known for his roles in the television series buffy the vampire slayer and angel.
May 16, 1991: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 32 years 11 months old,
or 395 months and 8 days old,
or 1718 weeks and 6 days old,
or 12032 days old,
if you were born on May 16, 1991.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 16, 1991?
There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 16, 1991?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 16, 1991.
May 16, 1991: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 16, 1991:
- Prudence Nesbitt
British actress/tv producer, dies.
What famous deaths happened on May 16th?
Famous deaths on May 16th:
![Jim Henson]()
Jim HensonAmerican puppeteer and director, producer, writer, and performer.
![Andy Kaufman]()
Andy KaufmanAmerican actor who did stand-up comedy, impressionist and off-beat stand-up comedy on television, clubs, and at concerts.
![Ronnie James Dio]()
Ronnie James DioAmerican heavy metal vocalist (born 1942).
![Alain Cuny]()
Alain CunyFrench actor.
![Irwin Shaw]()
Irwin ShawAmerican writer, "rich man, poor man", dies at the age of 71 (born 1913).
![Marisa Mell]()
Marisa MellAustrian actress who was a cult character in 1960s italian b-movies.
- Verley Tinsley
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his investigative reporting.
- Camala Markandaya
Camala Markandaya was a renowned Indian novelist who explored themes of cultural conflict and social change.
- Romaldo Giurgola
Renowned Italian-born Australian architect known for his innovative designs.
May 16, 1991: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 16, 1991:
- Adelaide Cup day - South Australia (2005).
- Teacher's Day in Malaysia.
Observances on May 16, 1991:
- International Day of Living Together in Peace
- International Day of Light [UNESCO]
Saints celebrated on May 16, 1991:
- Saint HonorT of Amiens
- Saint Andrew Bobola
- Saint Ubaldus
- Saint Simon Stock
- Saint John Nepomuk or John Nepomucene (1330 - 1393)
- Saint Brendan the Navigator - also in the Irish Calendar.
May 16, 1991: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 16, 1991 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 13th and May 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 16, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 16, 1991 was I Like The Way (The Kissing Game) by Hi-Five, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 16, 1991: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 16, 1991 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Hi-Five - I Like The Way (The Kissing Game)
- Cathy Dennis - Touch Me (All Night Long)
- C & C Music Factory - Here We Go
- diVINYLS - I Touch Myself
- Rod Stewart - Rhythm Of My Heart
May 16, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 16, 1991 was The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss) by Cher, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 16, 1991: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 16, 1991 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Cher - The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)
- The KLF featuring The Children Of The Revolution - Last Train To Trancentral
- Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Sailing On The Seven Seas
- Crystal Waters - Gypsy Woman (La Da Dee)
- Zucchero featuring Paul Young - Senza Una Donna (Without A Woman)
May 16, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 16, 1991 was It Should've Been You by Teddy Pendergrass, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 16, 1991: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 16, 1991 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Teddy Pendergrass - It Should've Been You
- Phil Perry - Call Me
- Keith Washington - Kissing You
- B Angie B - I Don't Want To Lose Your Love
- Color Me Badd - I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")
May 16, 1991: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on May 16, 1991 was Mi Deseo by Los Bukis, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.
May 16, 1991: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on May 16, 1991 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Los Bukis - Mi Deseo
- Emmanuel - No He Podido Verte
- Ednita Nazario - Lo Que Son Las Cosas
- Franco de Vita - No Basta
- Banda Blanca - Sopa De Caracol
May 16, 1991: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 16, 1991 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Proof
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Jocelyn Moorhouse
Starring: Hugo Weaving, Geneviève Picot, Russell Crowe, Heather Mitchell
Mediterraneo
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Gabriele Salvatores
Starring: Gabriele Salvatores, Diego Abatantuono, Claudio Bigagli, Giuseppe Cederna, Claudio Bisio, Gigio Alberti, Vanna Barba, Ugo Conti, Antonio Catania, Irene Grazioli, Luigi Montini, Vasco Mirandola
Country: Italy
Soapdish
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Michael Hoffman
Starring: Sally Field, Kevin Kline, Cathy Moriarty, Teri Hatcher
Crooked Hearts
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Michael Bortman
Starring: Peter Berg, Vincent D'Onofrio, Noah Wyle, Peter Coyote
Lucky Luke
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Terence Hill
Starring: Terence Hill, Dominic Barto, Ron Carey, Nancy Morgan, Fritz Sperberg, Sonny Trinidad, Neil Summers, Mark Hardwick, Bo Gray, Adam Taylor (II)
Country: Italy
May 16, 1991: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 16, 1991 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
All Good Things
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Andrew Jarecki
Vorsicht! Falke!
Release year: 1991
The Astronomers
Release year: 1991
Starring: Vera C. Rubin, Tony Tyson, John Lowry Dobson, John E. Conway
Country: United States of America
Swamp Thing
Release year: 1991
Directed by: Wes Craven
Separate But Equal
Release year: 1991
May 16, 1991: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 16, 1991 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Crown Of Columbus
By: Michael Dorris and Louise Erdrich
An anthropologist who is very pregnant finds the diary of Columbus at Dartmouth Library basement. She travels to the Bahamas along her lover and son to discover what it contains.
Loves Music, Loves To Dance
By: Mary Higgins Clark
New York's popular magazines can be dangerous when a killer uses the personal ads to lure victims into his bizarre dance of death.
The Firm
By: John Grisham
Mitch McDeere thought that he and Abby were on their way when he signed up with Bendini Lambert & Locke in Memphis.
In Our Defense
By: Ellen Alderman and Caroline Kennedy
We the People The Bill of Rights defines the rights we have as Americans, from the right of bear arms to civil juries.
You'Ll Never Eat Lunch In This Town Again
By: Julia Phillips
Julia Phillps, an Oscar-winning producer, was famous for her work on Taxi Driver and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. This is her downfall story.
May 16, 1991: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 16, 1991 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
D-Force
F1 Grand Prix: Nakajima Satoru
Crystal Caves
Cotton: Fantastic Night Dreams
Dizzy Prince of the Yolkfolk
Who was the US President on May 16, 1991?
On May 16, 1991 the US President was George H. W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 16, 1991?
On May 16, 1991 the UK Prime Minister was Sir John Major (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 16, 1991?
On May 16, 1991 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about May 16th?
May 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:
- 2019 - Sinai insurgency: 47 insurgents are killed and five egyptian soldiers are wounded in a gunfight on the sinai peninsula.
- 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: battle of farah): taliban forces claim that they have taken control the western city farah, after fighting for two days. after a similar attack on kunduz 2015, it is now the second provincial capital temporarily taken over.
- 2017 - Wannacry ransomware attacks: symantec and kaspersky lab, cybersecurity companies, report that technical evidence links wannacry's ransomware attack with the north korean-backed lazarus group. also, cyberattacks against sony pictures and the swift banking system in the past are believed to have been carried out by north korea. (the guardian),
What happened in 1991?
1991 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Afghanistan / Pakistan hit by earthquake, 1,200 die
- US Air and Skywest Fairchild jet collide at LA Airport killing 32
- New Dutch Regulations Traffic rules and Traffic signs enforced
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What was the calendar for May 1991?
May 1991 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.
