Historical Events
- Bani Sadr elected president of Iran
- Dutch government demands boycott of Olympics
- Highest speed attained by a warship, 167 kph, USN hovercraft
McCartney Released From Jail
Paul McCartney is released from jail in Tokyo and deported
Famous Birthdays
- Michelle McCool, American pro wrestler (WWE Women's C'ship 2009, 10; WWE Divas C'ship 2008), born in Palatka, Florida
- Stathis Tavlaridis, Greek soccer defender (3 caps; Iraklis FC, Lille, Saint-Étienne, Atromitos, Panathinaikos), born in Provatas, Greece
Xavi (44 years old)
Spanish soccer midfielder (133 caps, FIFA World Cup 2010; FC Barcelona 505 games) and manager (Al Sadd, Barcelona), born in Terrassa, Spain
Famous Deaths
- David Newell, American actor (Runaway Bride, White Heat, Dangerous Curves), dies at 75
- Queenie Watts [Mary Spenton], British singer and actress (Up the Junction, Holiday on the Buses), dies at 56
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About January 25, 1980
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rock With You - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Brass In Pocket - The Pretenders
