Historical Events
- Tigers ace reliever John Hiller, 27, sufferes a heart attack, but later makes a remarkable comeback to record 38 saves
Famous Birthdays
Mary J. Blige (53 years old)
American R&B singer-songwriter ("Be Without You") and actress (I Can Do Bad All By Myself), born in New York City
- Noah Cantor, CFL defensive tackle (Toronto Argonauts)
Famous Divorces
- 1st "Quickie" Divorce granted in UK
Famous Deaths
- Irene Rice Pereira, American abstract artist, dies aged 68
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About January 11, 1971
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity - George Harrison
- #1 Song: Grandad - Clive Dunn