The Boy Scouts of America is founded, the gas chamber is first used in the United States, the first NFL Draft is held, "Good Times" premieres, and women's ice hockey debuts as an Olympic sport, all on this day.
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1587: After more than 18 years in custody, Mary, Queen of Scots, is executed on suspicion of having been involved in the Babington Plot to murder her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I.
Jewel, who celebrates her 39th birthday on May 23, is just one of several celebrities who go by one name. In honor of the singing star, take a look at other stars who are too big for a last name.