Historical Events
- Head of narcotic brigade arrested for drug smuggling in Belgium
- Judd Woldin's musical "King of Schnorrers", based on Israel Zangwill's novel, closes at Playhouse Theater, NYC, after 63 performances
- Togo's constitution becomes effective
Famous Birthdays
- Akira Kaji, Japanese soccer defender (64 caps; Oita Trinita, FC Tokyo, Gamba Osaka 225 games, Fagiano Okayama), born in Minamiawaji, Japan
- Krzysztof Czerwinski, Polish conductor and organist, born in Poznan, Poland
- Michael Rupp, American ice hockey center (Stanley Cup 2003 New Jersey Devils; Pittsburgh Penguins, NY Rangers) and broadcaster (NHL Network, SportsNet Pittsburgh), born in Cleveland, Ohio
- Nils-Eric Johansson, Swedish soccer defender (3 caps; 1. FC Nürnberg, Blackburn Rovers, Leicester City, AIK 297 games), born in Stockholm, Sweden
Famous Deaths
- Andre Kostelanetz, Russian-American orchestral-pop music conductor (Lincoln Portrarit), dies of pneumonia at 78
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About January 13, 1980
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock With You - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Brass In Pocket - The Pretenders
