In 1992, after a reign lasting nearly 30 years, Johnny Carson hosted NBC’s “Tonight Show” for the final time. (Jay Leno took over as host thre…
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In 2003, Annika Sorenstam becomes the first woman to play in a PGA Tour event in 58 years. See more sports moments from this date:
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus received its final standing ovation as it performed its last show at the Nassau County Colis…
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In 1985, Radio Marti, operated by the U.S. government, began broadcasting; Cuba responded by attempting to jam its signal.
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In 1919, Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox wins a game on the mound and at the plate as he hits his first career grand slam to beat the St. Loui…
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In 1962, film star Marilyn Monroe sang “Happy Birthday to You” to President John F. Kennedy during a Democratic fundraiser at New York’s Madis…
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In 1973, Secretariat, ridden by Ron Turcotte, rallies from last with a powerful move on the clubhouse turn to win the Preakness Stakes by 2½ l…
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On May 18, 1980, the Mount St. Helens volcano in Washington state exploded, leaving 57 people dead or missing.
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In 2008, Boston’s Paul Pierce and Cleveland’s LeBron James combine for 86 points in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. James outscor…
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In 2017, the Justice Department appointed former FBI Director Robert Mueller as a special counsel to oversee a federal investigation into pote…
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In 1970, Hank Aaron gets an infield single off Cincinnati’s Wayne Simpson for his 3,000th hit. See more sports moments from this date in history:
In 1990, death claimed entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. in Los Angeles at age 64.
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