Historical Events
- Last broadcast of "The Rockford Files" on NBC
Famous Birthdays
- Matt Roney, American baseball player, born in Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Sarah Shahi [Aahoo Jahansouzshahi], American actress (Black Adam, Sex/Life) and model, born in Euless, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Bo Rein, American college football coach (b. 1945)
- George Meany, American labor leader (AFL-CIO), dies at 86
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About January 10, 1980
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 3 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Escape (The Pina Colada Song) - Rupert Holmes
#1 Song: Another Brick In The Wall (Part 2) - Pink Floyd
