May 18 Deaths
- Dolla (1987-2009) Rapper.
- Ian Curtis (1956-1980) Punk Singer.
- Wayne Allwine (1947-2009) Voice Actor.
- Elizabeth Montgomery (1933-1995) TV Actress.
- Davey Boy Smith (1962-2002) Wrestler.
- Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955) Civil Rights Leader.
- Bridgette Andersen (1975-1997) Movie Actress.
- Herman Wouk (1915-2019) Novelist.
On May 18, 1896, the U.S. Supreme Court, in Plessy v. Ferguson, endorsed “separate but equal” racial segregation, a concept renounced 58 years later by Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka.
If you were born on May 18th, your zodiac sign is Taurus. As a Taurus person born on this day, you are a very stabilizing and calming presence among your friends and even strangers. You have a certain gravity to you. This is because you are a fairly responsible person. When you give your word, you deliver.
May 18 zodiac people are on the Taurus-Gemini Cusp. This is also known as the Cusp of Energy. Two planets, Venus and Mercury, govern this cusp. The planet Venus rules over Taurus, while Mercury governs Gemini.
On May 19, 1649, England was declared a republic by Parliament following the execution of King Charles I. (The monarchy was restored in 1660.) On this date: Lawrence, also known as “Lawrence of Arabia,” died in Dorset, England, six days after being injured in a motorcycle crash.
May 19 Deaths
- Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (1929-1994) First Lady.
- Camoflauge (1981-2003) Rapper.
- Ravi Zacharias (1946-2020) Religious Leader.
- Alan Young (1919-2016) TV Actor.
- Happy Rockefeller (1926-2015) Political Wife.
- Annie Glenn (1920-2020) Activist.
- Jamsetji Tata (1839-1904) Entrepreneur.
- Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) Novelist.
Important Events From This day in History May 19th
- 1997 - Hong Kong Avian Flu.
- 1921 - U.S.A. Emergency Quota Act.
- 1923 - U.S.A. Harry Houdini.
- 1932 - U.S.A. 30% Pay Cuts.
- 1959 - U.S.A. James R Hoffa.
- 1962 - Marilyn Monroe Performs Rendition of "Happy Birthday"
- 1964 - Soviet Union Hidden Microphones.
Cher was born Cherilyn Sarkisian in El Centro, California, on May 20, 1946. Now living in Los Angeles, Cher's mother began acting while working as a waitress.
May 20 Deaths
- Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) Explorer.
- Zach Sobiech (1995-2013) Folk Singer.
- Randy Savage (1952-2011) Wrestler.
- Gilbert Du Motier (1757-1834) War Hero.
- Niki Lauda (1949-2019) Race Car Driver.
- Jon Pertwee (1919-1996) TV Actor.
- Robin Gibb (1949-2012) Pop Singer.
- Gilda Radner (1946-1989) TV Actress.
The May 20 zodiac meaning shows that you are a quick and steady learner. As the May 20 birthday sign is Gemini, for you the perfect love connection is one that typically your partner stimulates both physically and mentally. You are attractive, gracious and loyal. You make good lovers as well as life-partners.
The most compatible signs with Taurus are generally considered to be Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn and Pisces. The least compatible signs with Taurus are generally considered to be Leo and Aquarius.
Under the tropical zodiac, the sun transits this sign between about 21 May and 21 June. Gemini is represented by the twins Castor and Pollux, known as the Dioscuri.
The most compatible signs with Cancer are generally considered to be Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio and Pisces. The least compatible signs with Cancer are generally considered to be Aries and Libra. Comparing sun signs can give a good general idea of compatibility.
May 16 Zodiac is Taurus - Full Horoscope Personality. As a Taurus born on May 16th, you have an altruistic but pragmatic personality. You enjoy helping others but also want to make an impact on their lives and teach them something. This is why you tend to read a lot and be as knowledgeable as possible.
The Earth sign collective are practical, stoic, determined, ambitious and materialistic. Taurus are famous for their stubbornness, but there's more to them then that… they're a bit of dark horse. Ruled by the planet Venus, they share her traits of beauty, artistry, hedonism and a love of luxury and comfort.
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They thrive together when their shared intensity is used to manifest their dreams. With Taurus and Leo, communication is key. Though Taurus and Leo are both extremely passionate, and things between them can sometimes get out of control, they know how to apologize and make up.
Western astrologyBeginning with the first sign Aries which is a Fire sign, the next in line Taurus is Earth, then to Gemini which is Air, and finally to Cancer which is Water. This cycle continues on twice more and ends with the twelfth and final astrological sign, Pisces.
Taurus needs security and stability in relationships and is the most compatible with the other Earth Signs, Capricorn and Virgo. This sign also does well with Water Signs, such as Cancer and Scorpio. Taurus is able to get along with most signs, however. The notable exceptions are Sagittarius, Gemini, and Aries.
