Historical Events
- Belgian industrial Haron Empain kidnapped in Paris
- NFL Pro Bowl, Tampa Stadium: NFC beats AFC, 14-13; MVP: Walter Peyton, Chicago Bears, RB
- Sweden becomes the first nation in the world to ban aerosol sprays, due to their harmful effect on the earth's ozone layer.
Famous Deaths
- Jack Oakie, American actor (The Great Dictator, 1974 Photoplay Award), dies at 74
- Terry Kath, American rock guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist (Chicago - "Make Me Smile"), accidentally shoots himself in head at 31
- Vic Ames, American singer (Ames Brothers - "Tammy"), dies in a car accident at 52
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About January 23, 1978
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Baby Come Back - Player
#1 Song: Mull Of Kintyre/Girls' School - Wings
