What Happened on January 2, 1955

Historical Events

  • 1st "Bob Cummings Show" premieres on NBC (later on CBS)
  • Panamanian president Jose Antonio Remon is assassinated.

Famous Birthdays

  • Tex Brashear, American voice actor

Famous Deaths

  • Jose Antonio Remon, President of Panama (1952-55), assassinated at 46
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights

About January 2, 1955

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Finger Of Suspicion - Dickie Valentine with The Stargazers